Facilities
Bay Preserve
Visit this preserve for one of the most breathtaking bay views in the area. Walk the interpretive nature trail and learn about the flora and fauna found along the way, then stop at the observation platform to see the resident...
Dallas White Park
Dallas White Park is a great place for the family to enjoy a host of activities. Grab a pole and head over to the dock to fish. A boat launch allows easy access to the City’s canal network where you can spend time on...
Nokomis Beach Park
Nokomis Beach is one of the most pristine and untouched beaches in the area, and fronts both the Gulf of Mexico and the Intracoastal Waterway. Stroll the boardwalks for fabulous views of the beach and Gulf of Mexico. Gopher...
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 yield catch to patient anglers. Enjoy the sunset and watch the boats pass...
Pinecraft Park
This community park offers a variety of recreational amenities, as well as a beautiful view of Phillippi Creek. A shallow-draft boat ramp provides access to Roberts Bay approximately 4 miles downstream. For a leisurely paddle...
Shamrock Park and Nature Center
Shamrock Park and Nature Center is ideal for the active visitor, offering more than 80 acres of natural land, including native habitats for endangered or threatened plants and animals. The park contains some of the last...
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 sunsets and exquisite powdery, white sand. The sand is 99% pure quartz,...
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 beautiful beaches, birding opportunities, and a paddling trail through...
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, offers one of the few remaining opportunities to park a recreational...
Turtle Beach Park and Boat Ramp
This beach park has a tidal lagoon connecting to Little Sarasota Bay and coastal dunes that add to its beauty. Kayakers will want to plan a paddle trip to nearby Neville Marine Preserve where wildlife viewing is superb. The...
