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Sleeping Turtles Preserve North
1. Address:3462 Border Road
  Venice, FL 34292
Amenities:
1. Dog-Friendly (Leash Required)
2. Picnic Shelter / Pavilion
3. Trail - Equestrian
4. Trail - Unpaved
Categories:
1. Natural Areas
2. Natural Areas and Nature Centers
3. Trails

FACILITY HOURS OF OPERATION6 a.m. to Sunset
ACTIVITIESBirding,Fishing
TYPE OF PARKDog Parks and Dog-Friendly Parks,Natural Areas and Nature Centers

Dog-Friendly (Dogs allowed on leash in designated areas)

Explore 4.7 miles of trails along the Myakka River.

For the current status of all Sarasota County parks, please click here.

Interested in learning more about our Natural Areas? Nature programs can be found here. Select the category "Natural Area and Trails."

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