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You can cast a line off a fishing pier into a sheltered bay, angle the shallows at a riverbend in the middle of a pine forest, or head out into deep Gulf waters to snag a bigger prize. In Sarasota, there’s always a place to drop a line and pull up a fish, no matter your style.

Ken Thompson Park and New Pass Fishing Pier -

Ken Thompson Park and New Pass Fishing Pier

The New Pass Fishing Pier or the sandy bayfront beach are popular for fishing. Sarasota Bay Walk provides a half mile boardwalk nature trail through the...

Marina Boat Ramp Park -

Marina Boat Ramp Park

This is a great place to launch a canoe, kayak or small boat and explore the waterways of the area. The Intracoastal Waterway, Dona Bay, Roberts Bay and...

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...

Bayfront Park/Marina -

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...

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,...

Quick Point Nature Preserve -

Quick Point Nature Preserve

The 34 acre preserve is well known for its scenic vistas and wildlife viewing. Paved trails and boardwalks provide easy access to the man-made tidal...

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...

Phillippi Estate Park and Edson Keith Mansion -

Phillippi Estate Park and Edson Keith Mansion

Located on the shores of Phillippi Creek, the park includes Indian middens dating back 2,000 years. A midden is a mound containing shells, animal bones and...

Indian Mound Park -

Indian Mound Park

The scenic view of Lemon Bay is a highlight of this park. Nature trails through the property show off Florida’s native flora and fauna, as well as...

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...

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