Circus Hammock

Circus Hammock is a 22.14-acre (8.96 ha) preserve with unpaved walking trails in Sarasota, Florida. The name is a reference to the historic winter quarters of the Ringling Brothers Circus.^[3] Habitat at the preserve includes hydric hammock.

Circus Hammock
Circus Hammock Preserve
Entrance of Circus Hammock
Map showing location of preserve within Florida
Location	Sarasota, Florida
Coordinates	27.3504°N 82.4809°W / 27.3504; -82.4809
Area	22.14 acres (8.96 ha)
Established	June 5, 2006 (2006-06-05)[1]
Owner	Sarasota County[2]

The property was purchased by Sarasota County in June 2006 through the Environmentally Sensitive Lands Protection Program (ESLPP).^[1] Wildlife inhabiting the area include woodpeckers, box turtles, red-shouldered hawks, barred owls and song birds. The entrance is adjacent to 17th Street Paw Park and north of 17th Street Park.^[4]