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Ever wondered where Florida’s famous sugar-white sand actually comes from?
The beaches of St. Pete-Clearwater are known for their award-winning, powdery white sand—but the story behind it goes far beyond the shoreline.
In “Florida Beaches: Ancient Mountains,” we dig into the fascinating history and science behind the sand that makes St. Pete-Clearwater’s beaches so unique. From ancient mountains and geological forces to the journey that brought these tiny grains to Florida’s Gulf Coast, discover how our iconic beaches were formed.
Along the way, we sit down with local representatives and researchers to uncover the origins of Florida’s white sand, what makes it different, and why the beaches of St. Pete-Clearwater are truly one of a kind.