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Turtle Beach - Less Crowded, Lots of Room!
Turtle Beach, on the south end of Siesta Key, Florida is usually far less crowded than other Siesta Key and Sarasota beaches, especially during “off season.” It's much more low key, as intended, than other Sarasota beaches. In fact, during “low season,” you can almost have the half mile long beach to yourself! The beach was re-nourished in 2006 into a wide expanse of sandy beach and sand dunes.
Although not the white, baby powder soft sand you’ll find on Siesta Beach, this is still one of the best Gulf of Mexico Beaches; a huge beach with plenty of room to stake your claim to your own piece of real estate under the Sarasota, Florida sun.
Long walks, shelling, fishing from the shore, swimming, sun bathing and fun in the sun are the rule of the day here.
Tip: Whether you're fishing from shore, walking or lying on the beach, most times of the year the Florida sun is very intense. Don't forget protective, but cool looking shades in case the rays get mean while you're on Turtle Beach.
Here's a great place to find really cool sunglasses.
This Siesta Key, Florida beach is family friendly and a great place to bring the kids, but note that there are no lifeguards stationed here.
Within the beach area are small and larger group picnic shelters and grills around the lagoon, a playground for the kids, restrooms and lots of parking space.
There are two boat launching ramps on the lagoon side of the beach area.
With its 2006 re-nourishment, it’s “Blue Wave” Certification award, its wide sandy beach, sparkling light blue water and smaller crowds, this beach is a favorite gulf beach among both locals and visitors.
Tip: This is my favorite place to shop before I go to the beach because they have everything you'll need for your Sarasota vacation in paradise; from suntan lotion, to sun hats, beach towels, umbrellas,
hot new swimsuits and cool beachwear for your fun in the sun.
Directions: From Sarasota take Rt. 41 to Stickney Point over the bridge. After crossing the bridge turn left on to Midnight Pass Road. Follow Midnight Pass Road south, look for the sign and then turn right into the beach area parking lots. Parking and beach access are free at all Sarasota area beaches.
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