Lake Manatee State Park is a 556-acre park extending three miles along the south shore of Lake Manatee. This 2400-acre reservoir supplies the drinking water for Manatee and Sarasota counties. The park offers camping, swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, a playground, and picnic area. A wide variety of plants and animals can be observed at the park. Fishing is excellent in Lake Manatee. There is a boat ramp, launching dock and ample spaces for boats & trailers
