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Welcome to Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands, Florida's top eco-tourism destination. Off the beaten path and away from the crowds.This peaceful coastal community boasts more than 830 miles of shoreline including river passages, mangrove-edged aquatic preserve and sandy beaches. Charlotte Harbor is a challenge to sailors worldwide, ranked as one of SAIL Magazine’s top-ten places to sail in the U.S. Kayakers revel in the miles of Blueway trails that begin with the Myakka and Peace rivers and flow out to the Gulf of Mexico!
The beaches and islands offer many activities for every vacationer, you can walk the nature trails, swim, fish, or go shelling. Maybe even frolic in one of the many playgrounds. If you love the beach, you'll want to visit Englewood Beach, known for its huge shoreline . Canoers and kayakers launch from the park, and a boat ramp and a fishing pier are also on the property.
Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands is recognized internationally as one of the top sport fishing destinations. Florida’s second-largest open water estuary is formed by the blending of saltwater from the Gulf of Mexico with freshwater from the Myakka and Peace rivers. This supports the ever so important ecological breeding ground for fish such as tarpon, snook, redfish, barracuda, cobia and grouper.
With a professional symphony orchestra, world-class golf courses, great shopping, fresh seafood dining, art galleries and exhibits, and plenty of water to play in, you can always have fun in Charlotte Harbor!
Come take advantage of our good nature!
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