There are a lot of great reasons to visit Myakka River State Park on the Gulf side of Florida:

  • The majestic Myakka River.
  • The 37,000-acres of expansive, lush Florida land.
  • The fact it’s one of the largest state parks in Florida.
  • The massive swinging bridge canopy walkway allowing guests to explore the park from the most unique vantage point.

 

We had you at the swinging bridge canopy walkway, right? For anyone who’s brave enough, this giant wooden walkway is one of the coolest ways to explore this state park. Just wait until you see these views!

As one of the largest and oldest parks in Florida, the Myakka River State Park is a true marvel of nature.
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Guests to this state park are able to enjoy river views, rare wildlife moments, and a swinging bridge canopy walkway like no other.
Flickr Rick Schwartz
Climb up into the towering oaks and palms and observe the surrounding area from high in the treetops.
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Constructed and completed in 2000, this bridge walkway is the very first public treetop trail in North America!
Google Annemarie Minou

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Guests who brave the walkway will be suspended 25-feet in the air, and walk 100-feet through the hammock canopy.
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Make sure to climb up to the top of the tall tower, too, which shoots 74-feet into the air for unobstructed views of the prairie, wetlands, and beyond.
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Just keep an eye out for wildlife too, you might just happen upon eagles, vultures, hawks, and more while you’re so high in the sky.
Google Marie Sargeant
Enjoy the Canopy Walkway and so much more when you spend time exploring the Myakka River State Park.
TripAdvisor Julie

Click here to find out where Myakka River State Park is in Florida.
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Have you ever been to Myakka River State Park before? Did you make it up the swinging bridge canopy walkway? Share with us your experience in the comments section! Or if you’re looking for more information about visiting this state park, then check out the Florida State Parks page.

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Myakka River State Park, 13208 State Rd 72, Sarasota, FL 34241, USA