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Whether youre looking for a convenient place to plug in the camper or you want to pitch a one-person hiking shelter miles deep along a trail, Sarasota has plenty of options that take advantage of the areas plentiful parks and preserves. Is it still called roughing it when your tent is Continue Reading

Oscar Scherer State Park -

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...

Myakka State Forest -

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...

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,...

Myakka River State Park -

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,...

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