Park Details
Carlton Reserve (T. Mabry Carlton, Jr. Memorial Reserve)
Amenities:- Camping Site
- Canoe/Kayak Launch
- Grills
- Historical / Cultural Resource
- Picnic Shelter / Pavilion
- Restroom
- Trail - Equestrian
- Trail - Unpaved
- Boat and Kayak Launches
- Natural Areas
- Natural Areas and Nature Centers
- Trails
- Water Access Parks
- FACILITY HOURS OF OPERATION6 a.m. to sunset
- ACTIVITIESBicycling,Birding,Camping,Horseback Riding
8/5/2026: Carlton Reserve will be temporarily closed while the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) conducts aerial operations as part of an invasive feral hog management program.
The closure is necessary to ensure the safety of visitors and staff. Please respect all posted closures and do not enter the park until it has reopened.
Visit Carlton Reserve virtually through Natural Areas Story Map by clicking the Story Map icon below.
For the current status of this and 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."
Download these to your phone to take with you on your next trip to Carlton Reserve:
Carlton Reserve Nature/Bike Trail Map
Carlton Reserve Nature Trails Kiosk
Carlton Reserve Campsites Brochure
- Enjoy biking, birding, hiking, primitive camping and paddling.
- 100+ miles of trails/horseback riding.
- 12-mile Myakka Island Wilderness Trail continues north to Myakka River State Park.
- Campsites and pavilions can be booked up to one year in advance by calling 941-861-7275.