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The Gulf of Mexico defines Sarasota, helping the area produce the warm but temperate climate that makes it such a desirable destination while simultaneously producing an amazing natural work of art that hits its glorious peak every day at sunset. Of course, you dont have to just look Continue Reading

Blind Pass Beach Park (also known as Middle Beach) -

Blind Pass Beach Park (also known as Middle Beach)

This is the place for those who prefer peace and quiet rather than conveniences. The beach is excellent for long and quiet walks or playing in the surf or...

Turtle Beach Campground -

Turtle Beach Campground

There’s nothing quite like the experience of camping on a Florida beach. Turtle Beach Campground, located on Siesta Key next to Turtle Beach Park,...

Manasota Beach Park -

Manasota Beach Park

This is a wonderful place to spend your leisure time, whether you are interested in swimming, boating, fishing, walking, or collecting shells. Located at...

Palmer Point Park -

Palmer Point Park

This beautiful beach will give you a feeling of privacy and seclusion. It is a gently sloping beach with a pristine dune system, alive with native coastal...

Ted Sperling Park at South Lido Beach -

Ted Sperling Park at South Lido Beach

This park is a gateway to four significant bodies of water – the Gulf of Mexico, Big Pass, Sarasota Bay and Brushy Bayou – where you will find...

Brohard Beach and Paw Park -

Brohard Beach and Paw Park

Paw Park is one of the few places along the beach where dogs are allowed. The park features an enclosed run for big dogs and one for small dogs, as well as...

North Jetty Beach Park -

North Jetty Beach Park

North Jetty Beach Park is one of the best surfing beaches on the Gulf Coast of Florida. This park is also a popular fishing spot, where changing tides...

Siesta Beach Park -

Siesta Beach Park

This is Sarasota’s most popular beach. Rated the #2 best beach in the world by Dr. Beach in 2009, Siesta Beach is renowned for its breathtaking...

Caspersen Beach Park -

Caspersen Beach Park

Caspersen is one of the most enjoyable shelling beaches in the area and an exceptionally good place to find prehistoric sharks’ teeth. Enjoy a 20...

Humphris Park (South Jetty) -

Humphris Park (South Jetty)

Humphris Park, on the southern side of the Venice Jetty, provides a beautiful overlook of the channel connecting the Gulf of Mexico to the Intracoastal...

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Ride an airboat to see alligators at Myakka River State Park