has specific hours: 8 a.m. to sunset.
Insider Tip: This is a great place to find
sharks teeth on the beach.
DON PEDRO ISLAND STATE PARK
Don Pedro Island, off the coast of
Cape Haze (8450 Placida Road)
941-964-0375
www.floridastateparks.org/parks-andtrails/
don-pedro-island-state-park
This pristine island is accessible only by
private boat or ferry. Docks on the bay side
of the island allows you to enjoy the milelong
Manasota Beach Park bath house.
Photo by Tom Newton.
secluded beach, fishing, snorkeling,
swimming, hiking, nature trails and wildlife.
There is a $3 fee.
BROHARD PAW PARK
1600 Harbor Drive South, Venice
scgov.net/parks
941-861-5000
Hours: 7am to dusk
This beach is the closest to Englewood
where dogs are allowed on the beach. There
is a fenced dog play yard, full amenities and
drinking fountains for dogs (and humans).
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