Bicycling
Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park
The natural beauty of this park speaks for itself. As you explore the trails – either by horseback, by foot or by mountain bike – you can...
Bayfront Park/Marina
Situated on the shore of Sarasota Bay, the park and marina boasts scenic views of the bay and the Sarasota skyline. This convenient gateway to Sarasota...
Oscar Scherer State Park
Oscar Scherer State Park is the Crown Jewel of Sarasota County’s Habitat Conservation Plan. A large acreage of scrubby flatwoods makes the park one...
Carlton Reserve
The T. Mabry Carlton, Jr. Reserve has more than 80 miles of hiking and biking trails, including the 12 mile Myakka Island Wilderness Trail which connects...
Myakka State Forest
Myakka State Forest is perfect for those who like to watch wildlife. Over 100 species of birds, including scrub jay and owls have been sighted here and the...
Red Bug Slough Preserve
Red Bug Slough Preserve is a remnant piece of natural Florida nestled in the midst of suburban Sarasota. You will want to bring your binoculars, as the...
Legacy Trail
Jump on the ten mile Legacy Trail and travel from Sarasota to Venice, through Oscar Scherer State Park. The paved trail is perfect for bicycling and...
Venetian Waterway Park
Venetian Waterway Park connects downtown Venice to Caspersen Beach Park. It includes both sides of the Intracoastal Waterway along a ten mile stretch...
Myakka River State Park
Myakka River State Park is one of Florida's oldest and largest state parks protecting one of the State's most diverse natural areas. The Myakka River,...
Deer Prairie Creek Preserve
Walk the preserve’s trails through a variety of native habitats, including pine flatwoods, prairie hammock and seasonal wetlands. Portions of the...
