Sarasota has long been defined by its ultra-white sandy beaches and glittering sunsets. But just nine miles east of I-75, you’ll find an environment just as beautiful, an enormous swath of primal ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The National Weather Service issued a flood warning Wednesday for areas south of Myakka State Park along the Myakka River, which ...

The Sarasota County Commission has placed 3,040 acres of Hawkins Ranch near Myakka River State Park on its priority list for the Environmentally Sensitive Land Protection Program. This was done at the ...

Roaming the sprawling Myakka River State Park means potentially going miles without seeing another person, but the desire for peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of Sarasota or Bradenton ...

“Myakka River State Park, 17 miles east of Sarasota, Florida, is as popular during the winter months as during the summer. The park's scenic river, rendezvous of myriads of exotic birds, is a favorite ...

A boardwalk for bird-watching and taking in the scenic views at the Myakka River State Park on May 2, 2024. A recent prescribed burn that became out of control in the park. (Tiffany Tompkins/ttompkins ...

SARASOTA, Fla. - This gator decided to act as the gatekeeper to one local state park. Michelle Riddle captured photos of the large alligator laying down in the middle of the road in Myakka River State ...

The National Weather Service issued a flood warning Wednesday for areas south of Myakka State Park along the Myakka River, which is already at moderate flood stage and after record rainfall from ...