Beaches & Parks
Sun, sand and water are three things Sarasota has an abundance of, but not all Sarasota beaches and parks are the same.
Let sun-drenched fun fill your vacation with a trip to Sarasota County's parks and beaches. Whether you want to dip in the water at one of the best beaches in the world or hike canopy trails in one of Florida's largest and oldest state parks, you'll walk away with an experience to remember!
You can also check out our beach conditions at any time before visiting our gorgeous Gulf Coast beaches.
Have questions? Check out the answers to our Frequently Asked Questions.
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303 East Venice Avenue
Venice, FL 34285
This scenic 10-mile trail was developed by Venice Area Beautification Inc. with assistance from the city of Venice and Sarasota County.
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4000 Honore Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34233
Urfer Family Park provides playgrounds for toddlers through teens; a fitness trail; and a 1-mile nature trail, winding through pine flatwoods, and...
4299 Pan American Blvd.
North Port, FL 34287
This 16 acre park opened on October 27, 2007 and was dedicated to the late Jean Bruhn, a former Parks & Recreation...
2300 North River Road
Venice, FL 37292
The preserve has more than eight-miles of trails, including the 3.3-mile outer loop trail.
The trails are unpaved but accessible for...
The trails are unpaved but accessible for...
189 Pocono Trail
Nokomis, FL 34285
This 8.2-acre preserve, purchased in 2002 through the Environmentally Sensitive Lands Protection Program, shares the same name as the street where it...
2000 South River Road
Englewood, FL 34223
The Myakka River, designated as an Outstanding Florida Water, flows through the northeast portion of the forest, dividing the forest into two...
13208 State Road 72
Sarasota, FL 34241
In the early 1930's, local residents recognized the Myakka River Valley as a valuable part of their heritage and worked to establish...
1600 Harbor Drive
Venice, FL 34285
Brohard Beach and Paw Park is the only beach area where canine companions are allowed to join their human friends on the...
570 Bay Park Boulevard
Englewood, FL 34223
Lemon Bay Park is a 210-acre nature-based park located in Englewood with 1.7 miles of shoreline on the beautiful Lemon Bay Aquatic...
6799 Palmer Boulevard
Sarasota, FL 34240
Celery Fields is an ideal location for wildlife watching and passive recreational use. The Celery Fields is on the Great Florida Birding...
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Explore Sarasota’s pristine parks and beaches
Take a dip at some of the best beaches in the world or hike the canopy trails at one of Florida’s oldest state parks. You’ll find a nature experience to remember!
Attractions alongside the Myakka River
Sarasota County is more than a beachside destination; it’s also a nature lover’s paradise. Learn more about the attractions along the Myakka River.