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An encounter with Sarasota’s abundant sea life can be as simple as watching a pod of dolphins cavort a dozen feet from your kayak, or stepping around a marked and protected sea turtle nest on a beach walk. You can get up close (and hands on) with marine animals at Mote Marine Continue Reading

Lido Beach Park -

Lido Beach Park

Lido is among the State’s top-rated beaches. Scenic views of the Gulf of Mexico and “sugar” sand beaches make this a popular destination....

Bird Key Park -

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...

Jim Neville Marine Preserve -

Jim Neville Marine Preserve

These islands in Little Sarasota Bay are accessible only by water. For those looking for a paddle experience, this 35-acre preserve provides quiet and...

Higel Marine Park -

Higel Marine Park

This park gives visitors the opportunity to experience nature from the water. Higel Marine Park is a great place to launch a canoe, kayak, or boat. Stay...

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...

Blackburn Point Park -

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...

Wharf Road Park -

Wharf Road Park

For those looking for a paddle experience, this is a good launch point. Neville Marine Preserve and Palmer Point Park in Little Sarasota Bay are across the...

Joan M. Durante Park -

Joan M. Durante Park

A unique oasis in an urbanized area, this 32 acre park offers nature trails and boardwalks, with gazebos and a botanical garden on-site as well. The park...

Lemon Bay Park and Environmental Center -

Lemon Bay Park and Environmental Center

This is a marvelous place to see American bald eagles and a variety of local birds. The park also features scenic views of Lemon Bay, a butterfly garden,...

Vamo Road Park -

Vamo Road Park

For those looking for a paddle experience, this is a good launch point. Neville Marine Preserve and Palmer Point Park in Little Sarasota Bay are across the...

PARTNER LISTINGS from Sarasotafl.org

Bring your binoculars for a delightful birding experience