Sarasota City, County and State Parks & Recreational Areas

Sarasota and her surrounding communities are home to many of Florida's finest parks. From the massive Myakka River State Park to beachside city and county parks to local recreation areas. Enjoy boating, camping, picnicing and many other activities.

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Sarasota Parks and Recreational Areas including Florida State Parks, County Parks and City Parks

Sarasota Parks & Recreational Areas

January 18, 2012

You'll find a number of very nice parks located adjacent to or part of Sarasota's beaches - many have picnic tables and parking for RVs.

There are also many parks and recreational areas scattered about Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte Counties - some being exceptional - that offer mountain biking, hiking, boating and other recreational options

Featured Parks and Recreation Areas

Myakka River State Park

Myakka River State Park in Sarasota County offers boating, fishing, biking, hiking and camping. Myakka River State Park - The Myakka River State Park located inland in Sarasota County on SR 72 is one of Floirda's largest and most diverse parks. Featuring 58 square miles of wetlands, pines, hammocks and waterways. Scenic drive, canoeing, fishing, and boating. - [more]

Average rating: 4.5

Quick Point Nature Preserve

Quick Point Nature Preserve Quick Point Nature Preserve - Facing Sarasota Bay on the southern tip of Longboat Key is Quick Point. A restored natural project that now offers visitors walking paths through mangrove forest with compelling vistas of bay and several lagoons. - [more]