Parks and Recreation

Manatee County provides some of the best recreational activities and facilities in the state. With 51 parks, two golf courses, and miles of beaches to choose from, we have something to offer everyone. Whatever you choose to do, we hope you will take time to unwind, enjoy your family and be active. Remember these are your parks, your programs, and your facilities. We are here to serve you.

We encourage you to utilize this site to explore all we have to offer. If you are unable to locate the information you need, please contact us at (941) 742-5923.

We look forward to seeing you in Manatee County Parks.


Camp Programs

Camp Programs

Click on the above graphic for a list of all available camps. read on Camp Programs

Parks and Recreation News

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G.T. Bray Recreation Center

G.T. Bray Recreation Center

Did you know that a state-of-the-art Recreation Center is located in your own backyard at G.T. Bray Park? This is the time to come check out the G.T. Bray Recreation Center and take advantage of a complimentary day pass. read on G.T. Bray Recreation Center

Camp Programs

Camp Programs

Looking for a safe, fun, and active Program for your child to participate in? Then look no further, we have just what you're looking for!



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Pavilion Rental Locations

Pavilion Rental Locations

Most pavilions are equipped with grills and picnic tables. To find out availability, call (941) 742-5923.


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Plan Your next Adventure!

Plan Your next Adventure!

Search our parks and let the world know they ROCK in the FREE ParksNReviews mobile app.

Download the FREE ParksNReviews Mobile App Here!
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Parks

Parks

There are 45 parks located in Manatee County for you and your family and friends to enjoy.
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Beaches

Beaches

There are five white sandy beaches to choose from in Manatee County. read on Beaches

Boat Ramps

Boat Ramps

Manatee County Parks maintains seven boat launches located at convenient locations throughout the county. Please click for location information.
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Ft. Hamer Rowing Facility

Ft. Hamer Rowing Facility

To view photos of the new Ft. Hamer Rowing, Boathouse, and Training Facility, click on more.
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Did you know how important parks are to our community in Manatee County? The Parks and Recreation Department provides green space, produces jobs, stimulates the economy and community growth as well as making the area a nice place to relax and enjoy.


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Manatee County Preserves

Manatee County Preserves

The Resource Management Division is responsible for habitat and wildlife management and public access on nearly 30,000 acres of conserved public land. read on Manatee County Preserves

eMainTrac Work Order Tracking Software (Parks and Rec)

eMainTrac Work Order Tracking Software (Parks and Rec)

Youth and Adult Leagues are now able to submit work order requests to the Parks & Recreation Department via the EMain Trac Work Order Tracking Software. Please contact Marcus Francis at (941) 742-5923, ext 6063 for a User ID and Password or view procedures in your Youth and Adult League Manuals. read on eMainTrac Work Order Tracking Software (Parks and Rec)