Natural swimming hole
Blind Pass Beach Park
Ocean cove · Florida
Community-reported spot. Details below are compiled from public sources and are reported to be accurate — always verify locally before visiting.
About this swimming hole
Blind Pass Beach Park, also known as Middle Beach, is a Sarasota County Gulf-to-bay park on Manasota Key with nearly 3,000 feet of shoreline for swimming, shelling, and shark-tooth hunting. The county lists swimming, beach access, a picnic pavilion with grills, and a canoe/kayak launch, open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Hurricane Milton damaged the restroom facility and washed out Manasota Key Road, so check the county's current access status.
Good to know
| Water type | Ocean cove |
|---|---|
| Fees | Free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM daily |
| Parking | Parking at 6725 Manasota Key Road; access may be affected by road repairs. |
| Amenities | beach access, swimming area, picnic pavilion, grills, canoe/kayak launch, fishing, wildlife viewing |
| County | Sarasota County |
| Nearest town | Englewood |
| Safety notes | Storm-damaged restrooms and road repairs after the 2024 hurricanes; check Sarasota County's park status before visiting. |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Blind Pass Beach Park?
Yes — Blind Pass Beach Park is listed as a natural swimming spot in Florida. Heads-up: Storm-damaged restrooms and road repairs after the 2024 hurricanes; check Sarasota County's park status before visiting.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Blind Pass Beach Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Blind Pass Beach Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Blind Pass Beach Park?
Reported fee info: Free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
Is Blind Pass Beach Park safe for swimming?
Reported safety notes: Storm-damaged restrooms and road repairs after the 2024 hurricanes; check Sarasota County's park status before visiting.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — swim at your own risk.