South Lido County Park

Category: Park in Sarasota, Florida

Address: 2201 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

Phone: +19418617275

Opening hours

Sunday: 6AM–11PM

Monday: 6AM–11PM

Tuesday: 6AM–11PM

Wednesday: 6AM–11PM

Thursday: 6AM–11PM

Friday: 6AM–11PM

Saturday: 6AM–11PM

Reviews

Miriam Hernandez

Aug 16, 2022

We had an awesome time kayaking. Parking can be a hassle. We were able to find a parking spot that didn't block anyone. We then paid to rent the kayaks (they got singles and doubles) for the whole day. We were taken to the launch point and from there, we just kayaked. We saw lots of jellyfishes. The mangroves were so much fun. It was tiring after maybe 2 hours. Please carry sunscreen and reapply as often as you can because you will be seating.

swisstype

Jul 3, 2022

I was actually just near there on a boat, but South Lido Park is a real jewel. seriously. I get it. You came to go to Siesta key beach, but here there's the same sand, fewer people, and great resources too. It's a fave for sure. oh... LOCALS ONLY!

sasasasan y

Jul 2, 2022

This is my favorite summer spot in all of FL. The beach looks like a Screensaver and it's close to great shopping and food.

Carrie Johnson Marzec

Apr 10, 2022

One of my favorite beaches in Florida! Truly a hidden gem and the best place to find so many different types of shells! The park has a huge building with bathrooms and the outdoor shower for washing off the sand. We will be back!

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Questions & Answers

Are bikes allowed on south Lido County Parks trails

Charles Aquiline | Aug 27, 2018
Dr. Michael Guralnik | Aug 27, 2018

Yes

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Can you fish here? Any bait shop recommendations?

Jax Hall | Aug 26, 2021
Dianne Doss | Aug 26, 2021

Yes, you can fish here! Many folks fishing on the bay side of the park. I don't know about bait shops, though.

Is the beach open today during MLK?

Neoka Graham | Aug 26, 2020
MARIA SALAZAR | Aug 26, 2020

Yes

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Warning there is parasites in this water that bite you and cause itching. It looks like hives very painful it's called swimmers itch.

Elier Perez | Aug 27, 2019
jessica frere | Aug 27, 2019

No there is not I am there 3-4 times a week and my husband fishes there all of the time and have never had a problem. At nite no seeums come out and bite but they are not in the water.

Is there overnight tent camping allowed at your park? If so, what are the rates per day? Thank you, Robert M.

Robert Myeyesitch | Aug 27, 2019
Ivana Strych | Aug 27, 2019

No. But on Turtle beach

Are dogs allowed?

Bryan Sersen | Aug 26, 2021
Bea | Aug 26, 2021

I have seen dogs walking with their owners on a leash.

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are dogs allowed on this beach

Valerie Murray | Aug 26, 2021
Beatriz Hamilton | Aug 26, 2021

All signs say no dogs allowed. 😭

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Are jet ski allowed? There’s a ramp? Or any area close?

Liang Lee | Aug 26, 2020
gezim bani | Aug 26, 2020

have seen what they do I do not know anything else

This park have a area fir jet ski? A ramp?

Liang Lee | Aug 26, 2020
Orlando channel | Aug 26, 2020

there must be a close one I have seen small boats in this area

Are dogs allowed

C Bro | Aug 26, 2020
Astacia Holder | Aug 26, 2020

They say no but no one will say anything as long as the dog is under the radar

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Do we need a fishing license to fish at this places?

Brian Mundo | Aug 26, 2020
michael cascante | Aug 26, 2020

Yes.

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Are dogs allowed

Tom Diamond | Aug 27, 2019
cheryl boggs | Aug 27, 2019

No dogs. But police do drive thru park

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Are there areas to cook out/grill?

Kenneth Keenan | Aug 27, 2019
Margaret Hayter | Aug 27, 2019

Yes but not many. I believe that they're only on the bay beach.

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Are Pets allowed ?

Tim Fitch | Aug 27, 2019
Miguel Echeverria | Aug 27, 2019

No

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Can you use a portable generator?

Irving De Leon | Aug 27, 2018
David Verizzo | Aug 27, 2018

Yes I can. Can you? LOL. If you mean at the park, without being sure, I am pretty sure one can use a portable generator. But why would you want to?

Can you launch pwc's there

Reggie Hannah | Aug 27, 2018
Rebecca Rush | Aug 27, 2018

There is a launch where kayak rentals set up but never see anything with a motor on that site.

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Can canoes fit down the mangrove trails?

Michael Pierce | Aug 27, 2018
Wrestling with God | Aug 27, 2018

Yes, plenty of tunnels

Are dogs allowed?

Eva Staring | Aug 27, 2018
Kimber Hyland | Aug 27, 2018

Not at Gulf Beach Resort on lido beach but the place next door allows pets

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Can you rent kayaks on south lido park.

Don Smith | Aug 27, 2018
Rebecca Rush | Aug 27, 2018

Yes you can rent kayaks and take a group guided tour of mangrove tunnels and the bay...safe affordable and worth it...your guide will teach you how to operate kayak and can choose between 2 sitting styles...it was easy and memorable!

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Is it open to public? I am asking this because two weeks ago the parking was closed.

What I Think | Aug 27, 2018
Bonita Parker | Aug 27, 2018

Yes it is open to the public.

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