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Siesta Key's public beach is the widest beach in the area and the most popular. DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO SIESTA KEY PUBLIC BEACH: From Sarasota/Bradenton airport, go south on Tamiami Trail (US 41) to Siesta Drive. Turn right (west), go over drawbridge, bear left at traffic light, turn right at second traffic light. Siesta Beach is on the left. From I-75, Take exit #205, go west on Clark Rd., cross Tamiami Trail (US 41) over the Stickney Point drawbridge. Turn right (north) at traffic light. Go through second traffic light - Siesta Beach is on the left. | ||||||
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Turtle Beach does not provide lifeguards. You will find free parking, picnic tables, playground, showers and restrooms. Boaters can launch their boats into the lagoon and park their trailers while they enjoy the beach facilities. Parking is free and there are a fairly large number of spaces. There is also a boat launch that accesses the bay. To enjoy a family gathering, you can call 941-316-1172 to reserve a picnic shelter. DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO TURTLE BEACH: From Sarasota/Bradenton airport, go south on Tamiami Trail (US 41) to Stickney Point Rd. Turn right (west), go over drawbridge, turn left (south) at traffic light, go approximately 3 miles. Turtle Beach is on the right. From I-75, Take exit #205, go west on Clark Rd., cross Tamiami Trail (US 41) over the Stickney Point drawbridge. Turn left (south) at traffic light. Go approximately 3 miles - Turtle Beach is on the right. | ||||||
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South of Turtle Beach is the remote Palmer Point Beach, complete with natural vegetation. | ||
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