St. Petersburg, Florida -- Fort De Soto is turning 50.
Fort De Soto has been named America's Best Beach, and one of the 20 most beautiful beaches in the world, according to Trip Advisor.
To help celebrate the anniversary there will be a big beach bash on Saturday, May 11. Activities throughout the day will be reminiscent of the original opening of the park, featuring the Tampa Bay Water Ski Show and special guest, reigning Miss Florida 2012 Laura McKeeman.