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1. Englewood Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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2. Don Pedro Island State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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3. Little Gasparilla Island

Romantic Islands
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4. Port Charlotte Beach Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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5. Stump Pass Beach State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • The best thing about visiting Punta Gorda beaches and other beaches in the surrounding Port Charlotte area is that these locations don't attract the big crowds of tourists you would find at places like Tampa Bay or Miami Beach.
  • Punta Gorda beaches are often quiet and calm, making this little city an ideal vacation destination for those times when you just want to get away from it all while still enjoying a choice of activities.

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