Lake Manatee State Park is located 15 miles east of Bradenton, bordering the south shore of the lake that lends it its name. Although you won’t be able to view manatees from this location, the park features a beautiful swimming beach, camping and picnicking areas, freshwater fishing from your boat or the park’s fishing docks, and a variety of hiking trails through pine flatwoods, sand pine scrub, and hardwood forest.
Location: Central West Florida
Additional Resources: Official Website