Parks

3051 Ave CHolmes Beach 34217

Half mile nature trail with two curved boardwalk paths that will take you to Grassy Point Bayou, mangroves and intercoastal views. Service dogs only. No bikes.

2351 Gulf Dr SBradenton Beach, FL 34217

Footpaths circle and scale a 28 ft hill with 1,500 linear feet of boardwalk meandering through the mangrove forest and platforms over the open water.

9800 17th Ave. NWBradenton, FL 34209
(941) 761-2866

Enjoy a walk along native plants in a beautiful setting.

452 3rd Ave WBradenton, FL 34205
Start at the event pavilion and walk along the Manatee River in this 1.5-mile park with many features.

1704 99th St WBradenton, FL 34209
(941) 724-5923

Explore this 600+ acres preserve and enjoy miles of nature walks and bike trails, bird watching or launch your kayak. The closest entrance is via Manatee Avenue.

GPS coordinatesRanger Station: N 27 36.032 W 82 45.623
Accessible only by boat, this partial wildlife refuge offers pristine beaches and rich cultural history with lighthouse.

1534 Mound StSarasota, FL 34236
(941) 366-5731

This bay front sanctuary offers 15 acres of air and other tropical plants, originally the home of William and Marie Selby.

1825 4th Street NorthSt. Petersburg, FL 33704

This 4 acre botanical garden existed for more than 100 years. 50,000 tropical plants, cascading waterfalls and flock of flamingos.

5550 Gulf of Mexico DrLongboat Key, FL 34228
(941) 316-1988

32 acres of viable wetland and coastal hammock forest. Explore this pet friendly oasis full of wildlife and coastal views.

Gulf of Mexico DrLongboat Key, FL 34228

Explore the North end beach of Longboat Key heading just over the bridge. Public parking on North Shore Rd.