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Feb 1, 2022 · Ken Thompson Park Fishing Pier. 1700 Ken Thompson Parkway, Lido Key, FL 34236 Owned and operated by the City of Sarasota, this 92-acre park—situated on New Pass, where Sarasota Bay feeds into the Gulf—includes a fishing pier, boat ramp, restrooms, playground, covered picnic areas, kayaking, birding; and walking trails through mangrove and ...
- (941) 924-3040
Ken Thompson Park. Visit Website. 1700 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 263-6386 parksandrec@sarasotafl.gov. Perfect for canoe and kayak launching, allows leashed pets, has a fishing pier & boat ramp, picnic area, water fountain, playground, bathrooms, electric car charger, and walking trails. Perfect location to watch the sunset.
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Ernest "Doc" and Eloise Werlin Park
Enjoy beautiful views of downtown Sarasota while wetting a line off of the seawall at Ernest and Eloise Werlin Park, or duck into the shade to toss out a line under the bridge. The park is located just before the Ringling Bridge out of the downtown area, conveniently adjacent to Hart's Landing Bait Shop. There is also a pier just off the grounds that offers an opportunity for anglers. The park is very accessible, and the fishing grounds are wide open, making this a great spot to take the kids...
Ken Thompson Park/MOTE Marine Pier
Located about ten minutes from the downtown area over the Ringling Bridge, Ken Thompson park offers tons of scenery and convenience. The pier is behind MOTE Marine, near where the Bay meets the Gulf. After some fishing, be sure to check out the nature boardwalks! This is another good spot for family fishing, as the pier is not typically too busy. Address: 1700 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34236
Bird Key Park
Between downtown Sarasota and St. Armands Circle is Bird Key Park. Situated on the side of the John Ringling Causeway, this park offers a great opportunity to relax, enjoy the views, and get some fishing in. Wade fishing is typically more productive on the grass beds at this spot, so others on the list may be better suited for a day out with kids or inexperienced anglers. That being said, the views and scenery are tough to beat! Address: 200 John Ringling Causeway, Sarasota, FL 34236
Phillippi Estate Park
Phillippi Estate Park is home to the historic Edson Keith Mansion, and is a great location for fishing and a picnic. There is a small pier on the grounds that allows anglers to drop a line in Phillippi Creek; a prime spot for snook, black drum, redfish, jack, and sheepshead among the mangroves. Although the fishing may not be as fast-paced here, it makes for an incredibly relaxing outing. Be sure to walk the grounds and take in the sites before heading out. Address: 5500 S Tamiami TrailSaraso...
Nora Patterson Bay Island Park
Off of Siesta Key's "North Bridge," Nora Patterson Bay Island Park offers another opportunity to drop a line in Sarasota Bay. Beyond the fishing area, guests can explore nature trails, the kids can play on the playground, and lunch can be enjoyed on the available picnic tables. Live shrimp under a popping cork over the flats can yield a strike from trout, redfish, or snook. Address: 946 Siesta Dr, Sarasota, FL 34242
Venice Pier
Although the pier is technically in the city of Venice and not Sarasota (however, still in Sarasota county), this list would be incomplete without a mention. At 720 feet long and 20 feet above the water, this pier allows anglers to fish for a variety of species year round. With a bait and tackle shop on the pier itself, this is your one-stop Southern Sarasota fishing spot! Big fish can certainly be targeted here, but the young ones in the group can also drop frozen shrimp straight over the si...
North Jetty Park
North Jetty Park is located at the southern tip of Casey Key, and offers anglers an opportunity to hook into some awesome fish! The jetty extends into the Gulf, with rocks on each side providing habitat for bait fish, which attract the predators. A fast retrieve on the beach side with a Gotcha Plug or spoon will usually yield a Spanish Mackerel hit. And if the Mackerel are running, plan to repeat this all day long! Fishing with live pinfish on the pass side can produce some quality snook acti...
ICW Fishery
On your way to North Jetty Park, just over the bridge to Casey Key, you will pass a public parking area on a seawall along the Intracoastal Waterway across from a marina. Casting straight into the ICW can yield jacks, sheepshead, and redfish. Anglers targeting snook will want to head left of the parking lot to a small beach that allows you to cast at the bridge pilings. Live shrimp works well here. If you are fishing the seawall area, conditions are easy for the whole family! Nokomis public b...
Ken Thompson Park. Address: 1700 Ken Thompson Pkwy. Sarasota, FL 34236. Phone: (941) 263-6386. Amenities: Categories: Parks. Perfect for canoe and kayak launching, allows leashed pets, has a fishing pier, picnic area, water fountain, playground, boat ramp, electric car charger, walking trails and Restrooms open daily from 7:00AM to 8:00PM.
Mar 1, 2022 · These Sarasota shops can help you obtain a fishing license and provide all the gear you need for fishing. New Pass Grill & Bait Shop on City Island: 1505 Ken Thompson Parkway. Harts Landing at the ...
Ken Thompson Park Fishing Pier is a waterfront area that also has many recreational opportunities, including boardwalks through the mangroves and tidal marsh restoration areas. There is also boat access through a concrete boat ramp with six lanes and four docks.
Aug 1, 2023 · 4. John Ringling Causeway Bridge. The John Ringling Causeway Bridge is a great spot to fish for tarpon, snook, and redfish. With its deep water and strong currents, the bridge provides a challenging fishing environment. 5. Ken Thompson Park. Ken Thompson Park is a great spot for fishing for redfish, snook, and trout.
