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Blackburn Point Boat Launch
800 Blackburn Point Road
Osprey 34229
The county purchased this 11-acre site on the Intracoastal Waterway in 2006. Plans call for the development of a boat-launch facility.

Centennial Park and Boat Ramp
1059 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota 34236
This park is part of a community park complex including the Lawn Bowling facility and Bayfront John Chidsey Community Center. There are three double-lane boat ramps with a roundabout lane for trailer turnaround. This 10-acre park features the following park amenities:

• boat ramp
• boating destination
• canoeing/kayaking
• dogs allowed on leash
• fishing
• restrooms
• scenic vista

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Bendersen Park
2500 Honore Ave.
Sarasota 34232
This 597-acre park provides boat access to the 500-acre lake by a one-lane concrete boat ramp. This park features the following amenities:

• birding
• boat ramp – non-motorized
• canoeing/kayaking
• fishing pier
• picnicking
• restrooms
• scenic vista
• trails

Dallas White Park
5900 Greenwood Ave.
North Port 34287
Dallas White Park is a 13-acre park owned by the City of North Port. This community park is located between the Al Goll Recreation Center, North Port Aquatic Complex and the Youth Recreation Center. The boat ramp consists of one double cement ramp with two docks. Sarasota County Parks and Recreation maintains the following park features:

• boat ramp
• playground
• softball field
• lighted tennis courts
• lighted volleyball courts

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Higel Park
1330 Tarpon Center Dr.
Venice 34285
Higel Park is primarily used for boat access. The boat ramp consists of one double ramp with docks. There is a scenic picnic area overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway. This 3-acre park is owned by the City of Venice and operated by Sarasota County Parks and Recreation. It features the following park amenities:

• boat ramp
• boating destination
• canoeing/kayaking
• fishing
• picnicking
• restrooms
• scenic vista

Indian Mound Park
210 Winson Ave.
Englewood 34223
Indian Mound Park has significant historical value. The Native American Indian mound on the site, adds cultural value to the recreation highlights. Boat access is by an asphalt boat ramp with three docks. This 10-acre park features the following park amenities:

• bay access
• birding
• boat ramp
• boating destination
• canoeing/kayaking
• fishing
• picnic shelter - reservable
• picnicking
• rest rooms
• scenic vista
• trails

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Ken Thompson Park/City Island
1700 Ken Thompson Parkway
Lido Key 34236
Ken Thompson Park is a waterfront park providing many recreational opportunities including boardwalks through mangrove and tidal marsh restoration areas. Boat access is by a concrete boat ramp with six lanes and four docks. This 92-acre park is owned by the City of Sarasota and operated by Sarasota County Parks and Recreation. It features the following park amenities:

• bait shop
• birding
• boat ramp
• boating destination
• canoeing/kayaking
• dogs allowed on leash
• fishing pier
• picnicking
• playground
• rest rooms
• trails

Loreto Bay Access
800 Loreto Court
Nokomis 34275
This 0.4 acre park is located in the Nokomis East neighborhood. It features the following park amenities:

• boat ramp
• canoeing/kayaking

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Manasota Beach Park
8570 Manasota Key Road
Manasota Key 34223
Manasota Beach provides beach and boat access. The park has a cement boat ramp, a boardwalk and a dock. This 21-acre park features the following park amenities:

• bay access
• beach access
• birding
• boat ramp
• boating destination
• canoeing/kayaking
• fishing
• picnic shelter – reservable
• picnicking
• rest rooms
• scenic vista
• swimming
• trails
• volleyball

Marina Boat Ramp Park
301 E. Venice Ave.
Venice 34285
Marina Park and Boat Ramp Park provides access to the Intracoastal Waterway. The park is owned by the West Coast Inland Navigational District. The old train station, adjacent to the park has been restored. This 7-acre park features the following park amenities:

• boat ramp
• boating destination
• canoeing/kayaking
• fishing
• picnicking
• rest rooms
• scenic vista

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• boat ramp
• fishing
• picnicking

• bay access
• beach access
• birding
• boat ramp
• boating destination
• canoeing/kayaking
• concessions
• fishing
• picnicking
• picnic shelter – reservable
• playground
• rest rooms
• scenic vista
• swimming

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• basketball
• birding
• boat ramp
• boating destination
• canoeing/kayaking
• fishing
• picnic shelter – reservable
• picnicking
• playground
• rest rooms
• shuffleboard
• trails
• volleyball

Snook Haven Park
5000 E. Venice Ave.
Venice 34292
This 3-acre park provides access to the Myakka River. It features the following park amenities:

• birding
• boat ramp
• boating destination
• canoeing/kayaking
• fishing
• picnicking
• rest rooms
• restaurant with live entertainment
• scenic vista

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Turtle Beach Park
8918 Midnight Pass Road
Siesta Key 34242
Turtle Beach is located on the south end of Siesta Key. This park is known as a more natural beach with a history of being a prime location to witness sea turtles nesting. There are two separate concrete double-lane boat ramps with docks. This 17-acre park features the following park amenities:

• bay access
• beach access
• birding
• boat ramp
• boating destination
• camping
• canoeing/kayaking
• fishing
• horseshoes
• picnic shelter – reservable
• picnicking
• playground
• rest rooms
• scenic vista
• swimming
• volleyball

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