Fishing
Bay Island Park
This small urban park at the foot of the Siesta Drive Bridge provides recreational fishing from the sea walls and scenic views of Sarasota Bay. A small trail lets you enjoy a leisurely stroll through the park. Bay Island Park...
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 Bay, the Gulf of Mexico and the Intracoastal Waterway provides a wide...
Bird Key Park
This roadside park at the western foot of the Ringling Causeway Bridge provides a great place to fish or launch your windsurf, kayak or canoe – and go explore Sarasota Bay near downtown and in the Bird Key and St....
Blackburn Point Park
One of the best bay views in the County is here! Located on Little Sarasota Bay, this is a popular fishing destination, offering some of the finest shallow water fishing in the area (a bait shop is located nearby). This is...
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 shallows. If a break from the sun is preferred, take a walk along the...
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 an open beach area where dogs can swim. The fishing pier is a great...
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 minute walk along Caspersen's nature trail through a coastal hammock. The...
Centennial Park and Boat Ramp
This urban park provides access to Sarasota Bay right downtown. The boat launch accommodates cigarette boats and power boats, while a sandy beach to the north of the boat basin provides a great kayak launch – avoiding...
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...
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 trails provide scenic overlooks along the banks of the Myakka River and...
