Turtle Beach (Florida)

Turtle Beach is a public beach located on South Siesta Key in Sarasota, Florida. Turtle Beach is known for the large number of sea turtles that nest on the shore.^[1] It has roughly 1,200 feet of beachfront that is accessible to the public as well as camping, picnic areas,^[1][2] and a children's play area. There are two boat ramps to launch boats^[3] on the lagoon side of the property.^[4] The beach has had major problems with erosion.^[5] Sharks have been present in the ocean near the beach.^[6]

Turtle Beach
Beach
Turtle Beach
Turtle Beach
Coordinates: 27°13′05″N 82°31′02″W
Location	Siesta Key, Sarasota, Florida
Dimensions
• Length	2,600 feet (790 m)

Rows of condominiums exist on private property near the beach.^[7]

Camping

Turtle Beach Campground sits next to the public park and has access to Turtle Beach. The property has 41 campsites and is open to guests year-round. Fires and pets are not allowed at these grounds.