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1. Ann and Chuck Dever Memorial Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Ann and Chuck Dever Memorial Park
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2. Stump Pass Beach State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Stump Pass Beach State Park
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3. Manasota Key Beach

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Manasota Key Beach
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4. Englewood Beach

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Englewood Beach
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5. Blind Pass Beach

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Blind Pass Beach
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6. Lemon Bay Park and Environmental Center

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Lemon Bay Park and Environmental Center
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7. Englewood Farmers Market

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Englewood Farmers Market
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8. Cedar Point Environmental Park

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Cedar Point Environmental Park
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9. Indian Mound Park

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Indian Mound Park
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10. Lemon Bay Playhouse

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Lemon Bay Playhouse
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11. Stump Pass Marina

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Stump Pass Marina
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12. Myakka State Forest

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Myakka State Forest
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13. The Englewood Area Historical Museum

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The Englewood Area Historical Museum
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14. Farlow's On The Water

Farlow's On The Water
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15. Howard's Restaurant

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Howard's Restaurant
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16. Vino Loco Gourmet

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Vino Loco Gourmet
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17. Mango Bistro

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Mango Bistro
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18. Nicola's Italian Kitchen

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Nicola's Italian Kitchen
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19. Catania's Winery

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Catania's Winery
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20. Englewood Beach Waterfest

Category: Beaches
Englewood Beach Waterfest
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21. Lemon Bay-Myakka Trail Scenic Byway

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Lemon Bay-Myakka Trail Scenic Byway
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22. The Lighthouse Grill at Stump Pass

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The Lighthouse Grill at Stump Pass
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23. Oyster Creek Golf Club

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Oyster Creek Golf Club
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24. Lemon Bay Historical Society - Green Street Church

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Lemon Bay Historical Society - Green Street Church
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Englewood is a lovely Gulf coastal city stretching throughout Sarasota and Charlotte Counties, easily accessible as a day trip from nearby Tampa or Fort Myers. The gorgeous city is known for its unspoiled, uncrowded beaches, which offer a less-trafficked alternative to more popular area tourist spots. Visitors can explore natural wonders at sites such as Cedar Point Environmental Park or Myakka State Forest, which serve as prime fishing and wildlife watching spots in the region. Important indigenous artifacts are showcased at Indian Mound Park, while wetland boardwalks offer sightseeing opportunities at Lemon Bay Park and Environmental Center.

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