not to busy and a great place to launch your boat, very nice docks and plenty of benches with some benches, not a good beach for swimming, but great place to walk the dog or sit and watch the sunset over Lemon Bay
Due to the 2019–20 Coronavirus Pandemic all parks in the area may be closed for a while.
For the Outdoor Enthusiasts
There is no excuse, if you want to be active you can be active. Englewood has quite a few parks within a short driving distance, where the outdoor enthusiasts can bike, hike, launch their kayaks or be engaged in other activities. Some of the parks have an impressive size; others are small - but unique. There is always something for everyone.
Ann Dever
Indian Mound
Lemon Bay
Cedar Point
Chadwick
Anger Fishing Pier
Tringali
Ainger Creek
Englewood East
Englewood Sports Complex
Ann Dever
Ann Dever Memorial Regional Park
Ann Dever Memorial Park, formerly known as "Oyster Creek Regional Park," is one of Englewood's newest park addition. Here the whole family can easily be engaged in various activities all day long. There is a sophisticated skateboard park, a well-equipped playground for the little ones, a football field, a cricket field. Facilities include tennis courts, gazebos, picnic areas, dog exercise areas and an Olympic-size swimming pool. Now, by adding the biking and hiking trails, one can only say that this park is terrific.
The Ann Dever Park is located on San Casa, next to the Humane Society, across from the County's administration center.
Indian Mound
Indian Mound Park
Indian Mound Parkprovides a rare opportunity for those who want to learn more about Florida's history. The Indians, who lived here long before the Europeans arrived, are responsible for the contoured landscape. They occupied this spot on Lemon Bay because it perfectly suited their needs. Seafood was readily available, and the land was perfect for their settlement.
The Indians are long gone, but their bones, skulls, and artifacts are still hidden in the dirt.
Today it is a beautiful little park directly on Lemon Bay, providing a historic nature trail, restrooms, and a picnic pavilion.
Address: 210 Wilson Ave, Englewood.
Lemon Bay
Lemon Bay Park
Another beauty is the 210-acre nature-based Lemon Bay Park, located on the Lemon Bay Aquatic Preserve, which is called Lemon Bay Park. This name is a simple name for a great park. The park consists of pine and scrubby flatwood with a thick black mangrove forest along the shoreline of the bay. Nature trails go all the way to Lemon Bay.
Picnic shelters, picnic tables, and restrooms are part of the facilities. Educational classes, guided nature walks, and other nature-based programs are offered year round. There is also a butterfly garden which attracts beautiful butterflies during certain times of the year.
The trails are partly paved with a boardwalk by the bay. Bring your kayak/canoe, because there is a boat launch waiting for you.
570 Bay Park Blvd, Englewood
Cedar Point
Cedar Point Environmental Park
This park has an area of 115 acres with five excellent trails meandering through the woods. One trail is usually closed during the nesting season of the Eagles. Yes, there is an American bald eagle nesting in Cedar Point Park every year. Bring your binoculars and your camera, and you can watch the young eagles hanging out in their nest.
Gopher tortoises and other animals may also cross your path, but the Eagles are something spectacular. In the reception center, you will find eco-movies, hands-on eco-displays, and educational lectures. Guided tours are also provided.
Address: 2300 Placida Rd, Englewood.
Chadwick
Englewood Beach at Chadwick Park
Chadwick Park is adjacent to the Englewood Beach. Boardwalks are leading through the dunes to the beach. This is the place with the most comprehensive amenities on Manasota Key: grills, picnic shelters (can be rented for private or business functions), playground, basketball courts, horseshoe, picnic tables, volleyball courts, restrooms, and parking. On the other side of the park are restaurants, bars, and shops.
2100 North Beach Rd, Englewood
Anger Fishing Pier
Anger Fishing Pier
Before you cross the bridge to Manasota Key, there is a fishing pier on the left side. It is barely visible, but it is a good spot if you want to go fishing.
Parking is limited, but the place is not too highly frequented.
1385 Beach Rd, Englewood
Tringali
Tringali Park
If you need some action, try the Tringali Park in Englewood. Amenities: Basketball Courts, Gymnasium, Tennis Courts, Volleyball Courts, Inline Hockey Ring, Playground, Picnic Tables, Recreation Center and Restrooms. Picnic shelters and meeting rooms are available for rent.
3460 N Access Rd, Englewood
Ainger Creek
Ainger Creek Park
Very small park. Basically a place where you can launch your canoe, kayak or small fishing boat. Restroom: Port-o-lets. Ainger Creek Park.
Englewood East
Englewood East Park
Beautiful little park if your kids need something to do. Playground, Shuffleboard and Basketball Courts are part of the activities offered. Also: Horseshoes, BBQ Grills, and Picnic Tables. Restrooms/Port-o-lets. Small, but cute -Englewood East Park.
11120 Sunnydale Ave, Englewood
Englewood Sports Complex
Englewood Sports Complex
Englewood Sports Complex is considered one of Sarasota County's premier location.
What can you expect? This 136-acre sports complex features eight little league fields, two senior softball fields, four soccer fields, six tennis courts, six pickleball courts and a playground.
There is further a fitness center available for public use with state-of-the-art treadmills and other torture equipment. LA locker room and showers are also provided.
Indoor rental space includes two meeting rooms and an 11,000 square foot multi-purpose gymnasium.
Citizens can also reserve a picnic shelter for family gatherings or private parties.
1300 S. River Rd, Englewood
