Pt Charlotte Beach
Located at the end of Harbor Blvd. This is a "harbor" beach which features a boat ramp, volleyball court, tennis, swimming pool as well as a playground and picnic areas.

Englewood Beach
This is a "gulf" beach that was redesigned in 2002 with a boardwalk, playground, picnic facilities and beautiful sand and sea oats.

Stump Pass
Located at the end of Manasota Key, this has 2 miles of beach with restrooms, and parking.  A great place to go shelling, look for sharks teeth or just fish!

Don Pedro State Park
A great place for boaters - a bridgeless island that has docks, amenities for picnics excellent shelling, swimming and fishing.

Gasparilla Island/Boca Grande
One of the prettiest beaches which features 2 historic lighthouses, and a historic downtown. Its southernmost tip is great for shelling and fishing. There is a toll charge of $4 to get on the island, but there is a lot to do and see so its well worth the trip!

Cayo Costa State Park
This is a 7.5 mile long island that features lots of private beaches - there is no road so access is by boat only. There are a number of boat tours out there several times a week-or else you can bring your own boat - Lots of hiking and there are overnight accommodations in rustic cabins.