Visiting the #1 Beach in the USA | Beach Run, Swim, Fish Tacos, & Sunset

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КОМЕНТАРІ • 135

  • @andrewwiist1003
    @andrewwiist1003 10 місяців тому +9

    I admire how you are always trying new things on your own, presumably because you don't want to miss out. I need to take inspiration from you..

  • @henrymoore4161
    @henrymoore4161 10 місяців тому +4

    My favorite place to eat is Captain Curts Down by Midnight Pass and Stickney Point....I've been going to Siesta Key longer than you've been alive...it's my paradise

  • @emeaniebrakkee1094
    @emeaniebrakkee1094 9 місяців тому +3

    The Siesta Key drum circle is an experience you should not miss. Literally hundreds of people drumming ,dancing, Juggling, and having a great time at sunset. So much fun. Also another fun place to eat is the Siesta Ket Oyster Bar. A nice funky place with great food and live music. P.S.... I have lived in Sarasota since 1974 and I absolutely love living here.

  • @carolwerner3881
    @carolwerner3881 10 місяців тому +4

    Another entertaining video Kelly! Good job, it looks like a beautiful beach. Keep up the good work🌞🌴🏖️

  • @RickINFJ
    @RickINFJ 10 місяців тому +3

    1:30 what an odd way to greet someone 😐 Stellar sunset Kelly. Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving! ✌️

  • @BootsAndPearls85
    @BootsAndPearls85 10 місяців тому +2

    Nice "veelog" Kelly 🤣, thanks for sharing! I am a bit jealous of the November (October?) beach life as I cannot get warm today up here in VT. Enjoy the warmth and those ocean waves! 🌊🌊

  • @RickBarber-wg6sv
    @RickBarber-wg6sv 10 місяців тому +3

    Siesta key oyster bar or just SKOB. local hang out.

  • @denisebrown2940
    @denisebrown2940 10 місяців тому +3

    I really enjoyed your wonderful video. Such a beautiful beach. My sister and I vacation in Florida every year and do at least one run plus a few walks on the beach. It is my favorite thing to do while we are there. I pray your training goes well for the 50k.

  • @maureenmukhlis2934
    @maureenmukhlis2934 10 місяців тому +3

    That’s my kind of day!! Living your best life girl❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @nickhikesinthewoods6150
    @nickhikesinthewoods6150 10 місяців тому +2

    Why did that guy asked if you live in a van that's weird stay safe out there

  • @starman9458
    @starman9458 10 місяців тому +4

    Seeing the ocean sunset in your beach videos are really beautiful. I’d love to go to down to Florida and float the springs and visit the beaches someday.

  • @vickslab4608
    @vickslab4608 10 місяців тому +2

    Hello Kelly, check out Lido Key as well. It is extremely beautiful and near Sarasota.

  • @joesoutdoorplaces
    @joesoutdoorplaces 10 місяців тому

    Too many people. But still a nice beach. I do that all the time with my car, thinking I’ve forgotten to lock it.

  • @judyknotts2023
    @judyknotts2023 10 місяців тому +2

    Check out Mt. Dora, FL - there is some elevation there. Cyclists train there. If you make it to Mt. Dora, Jeremiahs has great food, love their chicken Caesar salad. Good luck!!

  • @bannerpage
    @bannerpage 9 місяців тому +2

    I am living my outdoorsy life vicariously through you. Thanks for sharing your adventures!

  • @jg2wheels
    @jg2wheels 10 місяців тому +2

    Can't be the best beach...there's no "Kelly Hays Surfs!" 🏄🏼‍♀️😂

  • @BRIANDRAUGHN-o8x
    @BRIANDRAUGHN-o8x 10 місяців тому +3

    Thank you for the amazing sunset!! So beautiful.

  • @fretlessed25
    @fretlessed25 10 місяців тому +3

    Great video. Keep them coming for us folks in colder climates up north to so we can escape the cold for a few minutes now and then over the winter.

  • @ogtaprecordsinc43GC
    @ogtaprecordsinc43GC 10 місяців тому +1

    Very well put together video Kelly I guarantee you are the most gorgeous girl there at the beach.😍
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  • @user-David-Alan
    @user-David-Alan 10 місяців тому +2

    Now that's a wonderful life. You should be a commercial for Florida. I hope you get home for Thanksgiving and enjoy your family. What do Star fruit taste like? I was always afraid to buy one. Stay happy and positive and keep on running.

    • @kellyhays23
      @kellyhays23  10 місяців тому +1

      Thank you David!!! Hmmmmm star fruit reminds me maybe kind of an apple texture. It’s pretty unique

  • @hikerbikerclutz8377
    @hikerbikerclutz8377 10 місяців тому +2

    😳 the dude showing up scared Mr too. 🤣 I jumped a little. That beach and the food there is definitely top on the list of my favorite places.

  • @rockercover
    @rockercover 10 місяців тому +3

    Beach-visit videos spark the good-time vibes. Appreciated! The run you spoke of seems like an ambitious endeavor.

  • @onelovemon1784
    @onelovemon1784 10 місяців тому +1

    "Seven miles, see, Proof!" (Shows milage counter) oh my so funny. As if you need to show proof. After all the hardcore stuff you've managed to accomplish over the years. We need proof. Ha. Too cool, funny. P.S. more and more Florida girl

  • @tomgreen5701
    @tomgreen5701 10 місяців тому +2

    I have been watching your channel for a long time. Keep it going!🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @robertbass151
    @robertbass151 10 місяців тому +1

    According to Dr. Beach the #1 beach in the country is St. George Island State Park in the panhandle of Florida...and its beautiful

  • @walteragentplummer7031
    @walteragentplummer7031 10 місяців тому +2

    Siesta key summer house

  • @charlesjohnson9662
    @charlesjohnson9662 10 місяців тому +2

    Another great video, t thanks for the ride and best wishes for great training.

  • @walteragentplummer7031
    @walteragentplummer7031 10 місяців тому +2

    Thanks for all your hearts! Appreciate your reply's❤

  • @cincyoldude5766
    @cincyoldude5766 10 місяців тому +1

    Sunday evening on Siesta Key a bunch of percussion musicians do a “ DRUM CIRCLE “ you have to experience. You don’t go to , listen , to the vibe , you go to , feel , the vibe . Everyone should participate, anyway you feel it . I’ll definitely take some kind of percussion instrument next time I’m there . Put it on your bucket list .

  • @ciscoponch67
    @ciscoponch67 10 місяців тому

    Gulf Gate Drive, Siesta Key.. Tony's Chicago Beef!!! ❤❤❤

  • @walteragentplummer7031
    @walteragentplummer7031 10 місяців тому +1

    You should make a calender with all your beautiful scenic shots also include several with your pose!!!❤😂

  • @JasonRuth-k8o
    @JasonRuth-k8o 10 місяців тому +1

    HELLO KELLY,
    ITS RAING HERE IN KANSAS ⛈️🌧🌨🌩⛈️🌧🌨🌩⛈️🌧🌨🌩🌧⛈️.BE SAFE OUTHERE.

  • @RJ-ix4co
    @RJ-ix4co 10 місяців тому +1

    ❤ you are amazing and strong! Please stay safe out there. That guy in the beginning was very creepy! Sarasota is my favorite place in Florida! Save me from Oklahoma 😂😂

  • @mray1375
    @mray1375 10 місяців тому +2

    Great video. Sort of reminds me of the two years I took off and lived in Mexico Beach. Be careful of your surroundings.

  • @audreyeileen523
    @audreyeileen523 10 місяців тому +1

    Ugh I can’t wait until my life journey brings me to the East Coast (and I prefer gulf shores over the East side). Have a blast and thanks for sharing.

  • @bill8384
    @bill8384 10 місяців тому +2

    7 mi is more than a 10k. Good job!

  • @Randee04
    @Randee04 10 місяців тому +1

    Nice video and you always need to show the food!!! 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻🤣 Gorgeous sunset!

  • @davidthomas4624
    @davidthomas4624 10 місяців тому +1

    I love kayaking that’s my most favorite thing to do when I was living in Washington state

  • @kevinpond888
    @kevinpond888 10 місяців тому +1

    I was just there yesterday and Friday. I do your run all the time but as a walk and usually stick around for the sunset. Does that 7 miles include the run back to your car to lock it? I didn't realize I was walking so far. That parking lot fills up on weekends during the peak season and there are entire weeks that you can't park there every day. Looks like you were there just before the Siesta Key Sand Classic kicked off.
    There's a place around here called Celery Fields which is a slag pile from dredging activity but it may provide the elevation you are looking for. There is likely something closer to you, though. You also might enjoy Anna Maria Island for a beach run. End to End is 8 miles and there is a free shuttle but it will be hard to park there soon. And there's also Robinson Preserve for hiking and kayaking and South Lido for kayaking.

  • @EdwardsOutdoorAdventures
    @EdwardsOutdoorAdventures 10 місяців тому +1

    Wife’s from Sarasota - great memories of the white sand and sunsets at Siesta Key. Recommend Salty Dog - even saw one at min10:29 in you video.

  • @ohiorides7626
    @ohiorides7626 10 місяців тому +1

    Ever Try Boca? At The End Of Gasparilla Is?

  • @ReneVandyk
    @ReneVandyk 7 місяців тому

    Hi Kelly the Scenery is Beautiful Awesome Amazing love that Beach ❤😊

  • @marysalmon2367
    @marysalmon2367 10 місяців тому +1

    Ok, I am super excited you are doing an ultra. I often thought watching your hikes you could nail a 50k. I've completed one 50k, had to drop out of another at 18 miles with severe leg cramps. I am just getting the bug to do another. The thing I love about them is you get to explore new trails that someone else has blazed and marked, and the people are just the best, you will find another tribe, I am sure. Get the vert in! I did not do enough and that's what killed my second one. Will you be sharing which one you are doing? BTW I think "van" guy was trying to flirt with you. Awkward.

  • @SalPane1224
    @SalPane1224 10 місяців тому +2

    Good relaxing video, 🤓👍 tacos 🌮

  • @ciscoponch67
    @ciscoponch67 10 місяців тому

    Taco Jalisco, Texaco Gas Station, Siesta Key and Route 41. ❤❤❤❤❤😊

  • @leedanielson7452
    @leedanielson7452 10 місяців тому +3

    Great video!!!😊👍👏🏻❤️

  • @willjam465
    @willjam465 10 місяців тому

    Siesta Key is one of my favorite places in Florida. Love that beach. I like The Hub for lunch there. For a nice dinner, drive down the key to Ophelia’s. If you want to spend some time in the area, hop over to St Armand’s Circle, grab some ice cream at Kilwin’s and dinner on Longboat Key at Dry Dock Waterfront Grill. I worked at Dry Dock back in the 90’s right after college. The Old Salty Dog on Longboat is the one I used to frequent. It is by Mote Marine, which is worth a visit. And if you are hungry for pizza, back on 41 in Sarasota is Demetrio’s. A decent pie. Of course, my disclaimer is that I don’t get down there as much as I used to, even though I live in Florida now. Spend more time now in Cocoa and especially New Smyrna, as it is closer to where I live.

  • @rhett4027
    @rhett4027 3 місяці тому

    Eh, I hate restaurants. Supporting all that overhead and the infrastructure! I like a can of good wild sardines and chili sauce, chiciones and asagio cheese wedge for like $3. Just tip money for a 15$ high carb doober.
    Siesta is ok. Love Beach FL is much better. Clear caribe water and few people. My base is port Charlotte no beach

  • @jimmyjenkins9240
    @jimmyjenkins9240 10 місяців тому +1

    Another beautiful video. I’m looking forward to learning more about the ultra run.
    I watched a thru hiker named Ultra Hiking Girl, when she accomplished the AT. She took that trail name because she is an ultra runner. You may be interested in checking her out.
    Some time after the AT, she did a 100 mile ultra run.

  • @severecracker3640
    @severecracker3640 10 місяців тому +1

    That is a great beach. I like it there.
    I use to do sunrise on the east coast with breakfast then sunset on the west coast with dinner and live music.
    By the way that guy was creepy. He shouldn’t have walked up on you like that.
    I have a feeling you are up to something really big.

  • @danofall8394
    @danofall8394 10 місяців тому

    Go 2 to 3 miles south to Turtle Beach and Turtle Beach Campground. Small campground. Difficult to get a spot but I liked the beach there even better than Siesta Beach. Met some great folks there and even went skinny dipping after dark with a nice lady friend I met.

  • @JasonRuth-k8o
    @JasonRuth-k8o 10 місяців тому +1

    CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR 7 MILES RUN 🏃‍♀️ 👏.
    LOOKS LIKE THE SEA GULLS WHERE WAITING FOR SOME FISH 🐟 FROM THE FISHERMAN.

  • @unklebobosaurus
    @unklebobosaurus 9 місяців тому

    A star fruit, how interesting. Never heard of that before, looked bizarre. Train at altitude, sounds like the Grouse Grind. [you run up the side of a mountain just shy of 3000 stairs with an incredible 800 m elevation gain over only 3 km, 'mother natures stairmaster']

  • @wendypelaez9305
    @wendypelaez9305 10 місяців тому

    Only the best beach voted by one organization. If you want a beach just as beautiful try St George Island. It’s voted the best by another survey! Imagine the beach where you are without the people!

  • @michelleh7769
    @michelleh7769 10 місяців тому

    Next time to Sarasota maybe check out lido key.. Bring your kayak they have mangrove trails..

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens 10 місяців тому +1

    Fantastic episode my friend, gorgeous scenery 👏👏

  • @stuartrollings602
    @stuartrollings602 10 місяців тому

    Nice one! Happy Thanksgiving K ! ( beach too crowded for me…need 4 wheel drive till no one around ) 🤠

  • @gracemccoy2874
    @gracemccoy2874 10 місяців тому +1

    Beauty sunset! Living your best life Kelly! 👍

  • @TeeGreen222
    @TeeGreen222 10 місяців тому +1

    I’m across the state and the only elevation I can find is our bridge over the intracoastal waterway that connects our city to the island. The big bummer is the traffic - it’s elevation that comes with exhaust fumes. If you’ve never been in Florida during “season,” prepare yourself!

  • @stephenduncan8809
    @stephenduncan8809 10 місяців тому

    I lived in the Destin …Ft.Walton Beach area …. Our beaches aren’t to shabby.

  • @bautistanyc
    @bautistanyc 10 місяців тому +2

    Welcome back

  • @Harpmando
    @Harpmando 10 місяців тому

    I really enjoyed this video. I love the beach and all your beach videos. I've never been to the Gulf Side of Florida I've only been to Daytona Beach. The water was really warm there. Is the water colder on the Gulf Side?

  • @harris07
    @harris07 10 місяців тому +2

    B-logging 😅

  • @jimhenderson387
    @jimhenderson387 10 місяців тому

    I am envying you so much! I have zero desire to do any kind of marathon, but I have tons of desire for Siesta Key. I've long wanted to see it, and now i have! Thanks.

  • @chuckstyes3196
    @chuckstyes3196 9 місяців тому

    Siesta is a very nice beach! our waters all along that coast and even Tampa Bay get really clean and clear in the winter months. Oh, and those shrimp tacos looked soooooooo good!!! I'm gonna have to check that place out for sure! 🙂

  • @ciscoponch67
    @ciscoponch67 10 місяців тому

    Gulf Gate Drive, Screaming Goat. ❤❤❤

  • @christine8127
    @christine8127 10 місяців тому

    That guy coming up to you gave me the creeps. His convo wasn’t good vibes.

  • @kevinsmall1805
    @kevinsmall1805 5 місяців тому

    I live 2 miles from siesta key. I walk to the beach and walk the whole beach at sunset a few times a week. Next time you're here if you like crab legs try Monks steam bar in gulfgate. Just down the street from the beach

  • @billmccabe6188
    @billmccabe6188 3 місяці тому

    That guy that came up to her asking if she lived in herbal startled me too. What an idiot. Lol ❤❤❤

  • @extraart1
    @extraart1 10 місяців тому +1

    Kudos for that sunset- you brought me back to a time years ago with your comment about a side pain! I used to run in trail running races. Often times I would get a side pain in the first or second mile. It got to where I would actually anticipate them and would just ignore them until they went away. They always went away after a mile or two. Good luck Kelly!

  • @BernieContreras
    @BernieContreras 10 місяців тому +1

    Good luck with your training and your 50K race!

  • @ericfinley3915
    @ericfinley3915 10 місяців тому

    Another awesome video! You look amazing in that hat with the sun on your face.

  • @Btf.Damon1
    @Btf.Damon1 10 місяців тому +1

    You so adorable 😂. The world love you ❕⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @michaelsnively3621
    @michaelsnively3621 10 місяців тому

    Longboat key is my favorite beach on the west coast of florida

  • @walteragentplummer7031
    @walteragentplummer7031 10 місяців тому +1

    Wow! You look so goregous in that evening sunset❤ God surely was on point creating the female❤

  • @musingwithreba9667
    @musingwithreba9667 10 місяців тому +1

    Wow, best of luck on running the Ultra! 😊

  • @walteragentplummer7031
    @walteragentplummer7031 10 місяців тому +1

    Oh yeah raise funds for your adventures😊

  • @cribbage
    @cribbage 10 місяців тому +1

    You are truly an ambasador for Florida! Makes me want to travel there more with every video you post! 🌞😎🏖

  • @richardthorne2804
    @richardthorne2804 10 місяців тому +1

    That was a really beautiful long day at the beach. Also, really enjoyed the aerial shots at the end. You are awesome 👏.

  • @nam_hn
    @nam_hn 10 місяців тому +2

    What a great day running and relaxing at the beach! The sunset was magical. Hope you will have a chance to try star fruit and chicken foot salad. Thank you so much for sharing!

    • @kellyhays23
      @kellyhays23  10 місяців тому +1

      What is that?!?

    • @nam_hn
      @nam_hn 10 місяців тому +1

      ​@@kellyhays23the main ingredients are star fruit and chicken feet 😂

  • @feliperivas3814
    @feliperivas3814 10 місяців тому +1

    Fantastic video to start the morning. Thanks for sharing

  • @bethrebholz8940
    @bethrebholz8940 10 місяців тому

    The Hub is our favorite place to eat in Siesta Key.

  • @bnoblit
    @bnoblit 10 місяців тому

    You're just awesome. It would be great to be in FLA but in MI. 🥶 Thanks for the warm views! 🌶🌶

    • @bnoblit
      @bnoblit 10 місяців тому

      I take it you enjoy some spicy food. Love all sorts of tacos myself. I hope your marathon goes great! Thank you again!

  • @herenow4317
    @herenow4317 10 місяців тому

    eat more bacon, show more hooters, thankyou

  • @spoogizhere6789
    @spoogizhere6789 9 місяців тому

    Eyyy!!! 🎶 Heart of the lion 🎶 your a Legend 💯

  • @billevans9231
    @billevans9231 10 місяців тому +1

    Another great video, Thanks

  • @robbinwhaley9378
    @robbinwhaley9378 10 місяців тому

    Another awesome video!! 🙂

  • @karenwernert1744
    @karenwernert1744 10 місяців тому +1

    Clermont has hills.

  • @MikeLeeSr
    @MikeLeeSr 10 місяців тому

    Siesta Key is great as long as there is no red tide....

  • @danbx6666
    @danbx6666 10 місяців тому

    did SOMEBODY get a drone? Those elevation shots were awesome!

    • @kellyhays23
      @kellyhays23  10 місяців тому

      I’ve had it for about a year now! & Thanks!

  • @curtisfike
    @curtisfike 10 місяців тому

    The Old Salty Dog Siesta Key

  • @curly__3
    @curly__3 10 місяців тому +1

    Excellent vids! Thanks

  • @TheArtisticGardener777
    @TheArtisticGardener777 10 місяців тому

    Oh my gosh, those shrimp tacos looked sooooo good!😮

  • @johnelliott5923
    @johnelliott5923 10 місяців тому

    Love u kel so beautiful!!!❤❤❤

  • @davidbalderston2751
    @davidbalderston2751 10 місяців тому +1

    Apparently, that guy thinks it's the number one beach to meet cute girls at!

    • @kevinpond888
      @kevinpond888 10 місяців тому

      Don't know about that but Kelly has actually slept in her car before. Was it Crystal River? Same car?

  • @Golfpt62
    @Golfpt62 10 місяців тому +1

    That place is gorgeous

  • @troygilliam9281
    @troygilliam9281 10 місяців тому

    I love the Pinhoti cap!!

  • @warriorcherylann3801
    @warriorcherylann3801 10 місяців тому

    It looks like your are having fun! What kind of protein shake were you drinking after your run?

  • @adventurebythemile
    @adventurebythemile 10 місяців тому +1

    Are you going to do the CDT? I love your hiking videos

    • @kellyhays23
      @kellyhays23  10 місяців тому +2

      Announcement on my next hike coming soon :)

  • @jpytvid
    @jpytvid 10 місяців тому

    Walts Fish House!