Guides and Maps
Whether by land or by sea, get out and explore all that Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources has to offer.
Parks Guide
This guide highlights many of the parks, preserves and facilities owned and/or managed by Sarasota County.
Natural Areas Guide
Get off the beaten path and discover a variety of ways to experience our community's natural areas, learn about our amazing environment and wildlife, and enjoy being active, outdoors.
For individual trail maps, check out our trails/linear parks.
Blueways Paddling Guide
Discover Sarasota County’s natural beauty, its unique wildlife and habitat as you tour the beautiful waterways of this county. There are 11 area waterways to explore with suggested blueways (paddling trails) highlighted in this guide.