Location: Manasota Key
Top Things to do in Manasota Key
Top 10 Things to do in Manasota Key, United States
Manasota Key is a census-designated place (CDP) consisting mainly of the community of Englewood Beach in Charlotte County, Florida, United States. The population of the CDP was 1,229 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Punta Gorda Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Restaurants in Manasota Key
1. Hooked on SUP
Overall Ratings
5 based on 335 reviews
Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) and Kayak Rentals, Guided Eco-Tours, Lessons, and Sales. PaddleFit and World Paddle Association Certified instructors and our tour guides are also Florida Master Naturalists. Paddle on beautiful water and see local wildlife like dolphin, manatee, stingrays, sea urchins, seahorses,and lots of fish and exotic birds. Paddle through magical mangrove tunnels at Don Pedro Island State Park with crystal clear water where you will float over starfish, sponges, upside down jellyfish, and live shells leading to a hidden lagoon that feels like your own private paradise. Kayak & SUP rentals also available so you can create your own adventure. 2 amazing Florida State Park locations- Don Pedro Island State Park & Stump Pass Beach State Park.
Reviewed By Nancy S - New York City, New York
From beginning to end, this is a classy outfit. Everyone associated with Hooked on SUP has been lovely and helpful. I Kayak and went on a terrific kayak trip to Don Pedro Island with Dawn. She is knowledgeable and approachable and I felt totally at...MoreI'm so thrilled to hear about your wonderful experience at both of our locations. We are very fortunate to have great employees and it makes us all proud to get such glowing reviews, thank you so much! And definitely hope to see you again soon!
2. Wicked Paddle
Overall Ratings
5 based on 13 reviews
We operate at the destination of your choice. We provide guided adventures on stand up paddleboards and kayaks. Get to see nature up close in SUP style! We only use premium handmade POP Paddleboards and top of the line KaKu Kayaks! We meet you at the destination of your choice and bring all the equipment. We offer tours out of Boca Grande, Coral Creek, & Charlotte Harbor Aquatic Preserve, and Blind Pass Beach off Manasota Key. We will begin our tours with a lesson on paddle strokes and safety instruction by an ACA Certified Stand Up Paddleboard Instructor who will get you up and going in no time. If you can ride a bike, you can paddleboard! We offer Adventure Tours, Eco Tours, Snorkel and SUP Adventures and Customized Trips. We also offer private lessons,and board sales. We paddle through beautiful clear waters that offer a vast of sights to see from dolphin, manatee, urchins, conchs, whelks, exotic birds, many species of fish, starfish, and sea stars just to name a few! We will take pictures and videos throughout our trip and email them to you free of charge! Wicked Paddle is passionate about our oceans and the marine life found in them. Our oceans health is facing some troubling challenges and Wicked Paddle is helping out by donating to Mote Marine Laboratory with every tour that's purchased! Every dollar counts! Together, $1 at a time we can make a difference and help with conservation for our oceans! When you book a tour with Wicked Paddle you are helping our cause and helping our waters! Let's do something positive together!
Reviewed By Danny H
Very nice and fun trip , she was very knowledgeable about the local species. It was a very hands on and interactive tour we had the opportunities to hold and see different types of conch ,starfish,and etc. We also had a lovely tour of a...MoreI'm so glad you had an awesome time! Thanks so much for your kind words! Call me anytime you want to come back. I offer snorkeling tours also and I think you would love it!
3. Catania's Winery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 194 reviews
We will be closed from friday 7/15/2016 to 7/26/2016 and will re open on wed 7/27/2016 Thank you John & Margherita
Reviewed By scoll1111 - Pendleton, Indiana
The owner was the only proprietor there and he makes the wine himself. He told us about each wine we sampled. He was from Sicily and a joy to listen to. My husband and I each had a”flight” of five tastings and also a taste...Morewe take checks or cash as posted glade you enjoyed thank you hope to see you again john
4. Blake Tours
Overall Ratings
5 based on 35 reviews
Dolphin Sunset Cruises, Dolphin Eco Tours and Private Charters on scenic Lemon Bay Aquatic Preserve near Englewood Florida.
Reviewed By minusorus - Ohio
For the two hours of our cruise, Captain Blake had only one ambition: to make this experience wonderful for us. We saw some manatees, many dolphins (some very close), beautiful birds and we had the beach on San Pedro to ourselves. We all came out...MoreThank you for taking the time to write a review! We're looking forward to your next visit!!!
5. Stump Pass Beach State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 884 reviews
Reviewed By Shannon M - Clarkston, Michigan
We went here on a very windy day for a picnic and to check out the nature trail. There are a few tables near the restrooms and parking lot. After lunch we hiked the 1.3 mile trail one way to the end of stump pass. Its worth the hike if you love nature, walking, playing and enjoying the water. The dolphins were all over the intercostal at the end and we enjoyed watching them as always. We were happy to see an area roped off for the nesting shore birds. Just an awesome place to rest and relax and enjoy the beauty of stump pass. We can't wait to go back again and enjoy the experience of nature and the beauty of God's creations!
6. Manasota Key Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 797 reviews
Reviewed By daddyReading - Reading
Visited in October 2017; ample parking, lovely beach, mixture of sand and shell bits, ideal for shelling and finding sharks teeth. We found loads of these using our hands, did not need any nets or equipment. We were lucky enough to see dolphins offshore on 3 occasions - absolutely beautiful. Enjoy!
7. Lemon Bay Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 136 reviews
Reviewed By Marylanddave2015 - Maryland
We enjoyed walking the trails, although we didn’t see enough birds to justify its inclusion as a Florida Birding Trail. Signage at trailheads was absent. The Nature Center was unmanned, giving the impression of financial issues. The park itself was very well-kept.
8. Paradise Fishing Charters
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
You found the place you want to be when it comes to catching fish!
Reviewed By Sophie H - Carmel IN
Captain Steve and mate JD Thank you for making two 75 and 76 year old youngsters remember a day of fishing like no other! We caught so many fish under the guidance of these two experienced fishermen. Speaking as the only woman on this chartered fishing expedition I have to admit I was a bit apprehensive - but I surely needn't have been. Not only did they know where we would catch fish but Capt. Steve and JD couldn't have been more helpful, caring, kind and had a helluva good sense of humor. If you want to catch fish...if you want to be with people who care....who know where to catch fish and are passionate about it...then by all means book a day with Capt. Steve! You won't be disappointed...how could you be...you're in "Paradise!"
9. Englewood Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 728 reviews
Reviewed By Camper4life420 - Notre-Dame-de-l'Ile-Perrot, Canada
Love going to different beaches, taking nice long walks. But unfortunately this beach was way too crowded for my liking, even at 10:00 in the morning. The machine's they use for you to pay to park were not working and when they did take the money no receipts came out. Very frustrating. The bathroom and changing rooms were really dirty too, even that early in the morning. Will not go back....ever !
10. Blind Pass Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 239 reviews
Reviewed By BoyMom4ever - Virginia
This beach is just further down the road from Manasota Key. Everyone looks for sharks teeth and you can’t go wrong. Right now they are fixing the bathrooms so they have porta potties, but their clean though. The beach is really pretty and relaxing. Not as busy as the one further down.
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