Category Archives: Florida Parks 2026

Emerson Point Park

Posted on April 1, 2026 by Q-tips

near Snead Island. 4/1/26 –  5801 17th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221 – www.mymanatee.org/departments/parks___natural_resources/parks__preserves___beaches/emerson_point_preserve Q-tips say: Yes, go & enjoy. NO Golf carts allowed. Yes, dogs are ok but must be on a leash at a times. Things to do: … Continue reading →

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OSCAR SCHERER State Park 3/28/2026

Posted on March 28, 2026 by Q-tips

OSCAR SCHERER State Park – 1843 S Tamiami Trl. Osprey, FL –  (941) 483-5956 This is a smaller park than Myakka State Park. Oscar Scherer offers: hiking trails, restrooms, campground(s), canoe launch, play ground, ranger station, a nature center. Yes, … Continue reading →

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Conservatory Park

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Q-tips

3/27/26 – 8027 Conservatory Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243 The park has a paved walking trail that has exercise machines along the trail, a dock area overlooking a lake, nice bathroom facilities, a playground and picnic tables under a covered pavilion. … Continue reading →

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G T Bray Park 3/18/2026

Posted on March 18, 2026 by Q-tips

G T Bray Park –  5502 33rd Ave Dr W., Bradenton, FL,  (941) 742- 5923,          mymanatee.org/home/government Q-tips say: G T Bray Park – or as we call it: Squirrel Park. Mrs. Q says: Nice place to walk, … Continue reading →

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DESOTO Natl. Park – Bradenton FL 3/14/26

Posted on March 14, 2026 by Q-tips

DESOTO Natl. Park – 8300 De Soto Memorial Hwy, Bradenton, FL 34209, (941) 792-0458    Raised walk through the mangroves. Hours: Mon-Sun 9 am – 5 pm Q-Tips say:  A great park, excellent for kids, of all ages, beautiful marked trails to … Continue reading →

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The Riverwalk

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Q-tips

2026 – A 2 mile long Riverwalk along the Manatee River. We walked past a skate park, over train tracks, splash water park, playgrounds, an amphitheater & some art installations. This is an expansion of Rossi Park between the Green … Continue reading →

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MYAKKA RIVER STATE PARK Sarasota FL 3/3/26

Posted on March 3, 2026 by Q-tips

MYAKKA RIVER STATE PARK 13208 State Rd 72, Sarasota, FL 34241 –(941) 361-6511 myakkariver.org Q-Tips say: $6.00 per car is the entrance fee for the entire day!  Did see some alligators in the waterways. THINGS TO DO AT MYAKKA:A VISITOR … Continue reading →

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John and Mable RINGLING Museum – Sarasota FL 3/2/26

Posted on March 2, 2026 by Q-tips

RINGLING MUSEUM – 5401 Bay Shore Rd., Sarasota, FL 34243, (941) 359-5700ringling.org Hours: Mon-Wed, Fri-Sun 10 am – 5 pm, Thu 10 am – 8 pmClosed only for Christmas and New Years Day. Q-TIPS say: GO & ENJOY! Went for … Continue reading →

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