948 Beach Road, Siesta Key, FL

Located on the shores of the beautiful Gulf of Mexico, across the bay from the mainland Sarasota, you might be tempted to think that Siesta Key is just a beach town with miles of "the world's finest, whitest sand™".

Recognized as the #1 beach in the United States by “Dr. Beach”, the white sand beaches of Siesta Public Beach offer a playground, tennis and beach volleyball courts, picnic areas and more. If you are looking for a quieter, more secluded beach, Crescent Beach is the perfect spot for a romantic get-away or a serene escape from reality. Turtle Beach offers a sportier atmosphere and fishing is permitted in nearby Blind Pass Lagoon. Lastly, if you are looking for live music, exciting night life and shopping, look no further than Siesta Key Village.

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History

​Geologically Siesta Beach sand originated in the Appalachian Mountains and flowed into the Gulf of Mexico millions of years ago, then moved down the coast to its present location. It was recognized at the "Great International White Sand Beach Challenge" in 1987 for having the "whitest and finest sand in the world."  Siesta Beach originally contained nine9-acres and approximately 1200 feet of Gulf frontage. In the early 1970's, the county purchased additional acres to the south, increasing the beach size to about 101-acres. The Beach Pavilion, originally designed by Tim Siebert from the Sarasota School of Architecture, was dedicated in the spring of 1960. This building was recognized for its use of low maintenance materials.

Amenities:

• Beach access with parking, Concession, Historic site, Picnic shelter, Picnic tables, Playground, Restrooms, Showers-outdoors, Tennis courts-lighted, Trails-unpaved, Volleyball

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