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Ted Sperling Nature Park
1. Address:190 Taft Drive
  Sarasota / Lido Key, FL 34236
2. Phone:(941) 861-5000
Amenities:
1. Birding
2. Canoe/Kayak Launch
3. Canoe/Kayak Wash Station
4. Fishing
5. Picnic Shelter / Pavilion
6. Picnicking
7. Restroom
8. Wildlife Viewing
Categories:
1. Beaches
2. Boat and Kayak Launches
3. Water Access Parks

FACILITY HOURS OF OPERATION6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
ACTIVITIESBirding,Boating And Paddling,Fishing
TYPE OF PARKBeaches,Water Access

This section of Ted Sperling Park is popular with kayakers and paddle-boarders looking to explore water trails through mangrove tunnels. Rentals are available through permitted vendors onsite. Ready to go? Contact one of our vendors here.

Motorized Vessels are not allowed to launch from this site.

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Ted Sperling Nature Park