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Myakka River

United States, Florida

Myakka River

LocationUnited States, Florida
RegionFlorida
TypeState Park
Coordinates27.2364°, -82.3136°
Established1941-01-01
Area150.27
Nearest CitySarasota (14 mi)
Major CitySarasota (15 mi)

About Myakka River

One of Florida's largest and oldest state parks at nearly 58 square miles, this preserve protects diverse habitats from dry prairie to wetlands along the Myakka River. The park offers world-class wildlife viewing with alligators, deer, and over 300 bird species, plus a canopy walkway and observation tower.