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.

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Vamo Road Park

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1700 Vamo Dr

Sarasota, FL 34231

This small park is situated on Little Sarasota Bay. There are no restrooms and parking is limited. Amenities -Bay access -Canoe/kayak lauch...

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Laurel Park and Sandra Sims Terry Community Center

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509 Collins Rd

Laurel, FL 34272

Laurel Park / Sandra Sims Terry Community Center is a multi-purpose facility that offers a variety of recreational programs, events and amenities...

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Butler Park

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6205 W. Price Blvd

North Port, FL 34287

The new 33,300 sq. ft. community center targets youth activities but is a multi-use facility to meet the interests of the entire...

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Bayfront Park/Marina

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2 Marina Plaza

Sarasota, FL 34236

Bayfront Park and Marina is located nearby Ringling Bridge, right in the heart of downtown. Enjoy a scenic park, O'Leary's Tiki Bar,...

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Old Miakka Preserve

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251 Myakka Road

Sarasota, FL 34240

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Nathan Benderson Park

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5851 Nathan Benderson Circle

Sarasota, FL 34235

Nathan Benderson Park is a Sarasota County owned park that is managed by the Suncoast Aquatic Nature Center Associates, Inc. (SANCA). SANCA...

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Bayonne

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8050 Springfield Drive

Sarasota, FL 34231

This 11.2-acre preserve was purchased in 2002. The Bayonne parcel provides important cultural resources as well as a refuge for gopher tortoises...

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Manasota Beach Park

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8570 Manasota Key Road

Manasota Key, FL 34223

In 1963, Manasota Beach consisted of a small beach (450 feet of Gulf frontage) with four concrete picnic shelters. Spoil from the...

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Oscar Scherer State Park

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1843 S. Tamiami Trail

Osprey, FL 34229

This park’s large acreage of scrubby flatwoods makes it one of the best places in southwest Florida to view Florida scrub-jays, an...

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Quick Point Nature Preserve

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100 Gulf of Mexico Drive

Longboat Key, FL 34228

A 34-acre nature park offering trails, boardwalks, tidal pools, scenic vistas and wildlife viewing. Call 941-316-1988 or visit www.longboatkey.org.

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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!