Myakka River State Park is one of our oldest and largest state parks, opening in 1942, and covering 37,000 acres with a myriad of habitats.

Myakka River State Park. By Seán Kinane (May 2016). Changes to the Myakka River State Park management plan could mean palm trees there could be harvested for timber; but environmentalists are urging ...

Myakka River State Park is one of Florida’s oldest and largest state parks. It was built around the Myakka, a wild river that's a haven for the state's unique wildlife.

Myakka River State Park is home to a variety of native plants and animals essential to the surrounding ecosystems. The park’s wetlands also help maintain waterflow in the area and prevent flooding.

Myakka River State Park is ranked #1 out of 13 things to do in Sarasota. See pictures and our review of Myakka River State Park.

Myakka River State Park: 13208 State Road 72, Sarasota Open: 8 a.m. until sunset, 365 days; per vehicle entry fee is $6; For more information, call 941-361-6511.

Myakka River State Park is home to a variety of native plants and animals essential to the surrounding ecosystems. The park’s wetlands also help maintain waterflow in the area and prevent flooding.

Thanks to Edwards, the land was acquired by the state in 1934 and Myakka River State Park opened in 1942. Today, the park spans nearly 58 square miles. Even on the hottest days, a wildlife tour in ...

Myakka River State Park: 13208 State Road 72, Sarasota Open: 8 a.m. until sunset, 365 days; per vehicle entry fee is $6; For more information, call 941-361-6511.