How Tall Is The Bridge On Courtney Campbell Causeway?

45 is how tall the Courtney Campbell Causeway is. The exact height will be influenced by the current tide level. Not only is this the highest pedestrian bridge in the Tampa Bay area but it is the highest pedestrian bridge in all of Florida.

The Friendship Trail Bridge which was adjacent to the Gandy Bridge closed in 2008. Now the Courtney Campbell Causeway Trail is the only motor-less span over Tampa Bay

Courtney Campbell Causeway

The Courtney Campbell Causeway Pinellas County & Hillsborough County

The west side of the bridge reaches Pinellas County Florida. You will see the signs on the north side of the highway. From bridge is technically within Hillsborough County and so is most of the Courtney Campbell Trail. The Courtney Campbell Beach is on the west side and within Pinellas County.

Courtney Campbell Causeway Trail Bridge Approximate Clearances

The horizontal clearance in the main channel is around 79 feet. The vertical fixed clearance is around 45 feet. Parking is usually available but most is a pay as you go service. Charges vary depending on demand. Parking in most places around old Tampa Bay is the mostly serviced by ParkMobile. I will usually park at Ben T Davis Beach or over by the Boat Ramp when I want to use the pedestrian trail.