Our backyard here in Charlotte Harbor is a true water wonderland! From seasoned boaters to curious kayakers, and those who appreciate the beauty of nature with their feet firmly on land, Charlotte Harbor has something to offer everyone.
Did you know?
- Charlotte Harbor has 830 miles of shoreline
- 80% of this shoreline is preserved for marine life
- Charlotte Harbor is the 2nd largest estuary in Florida.
- The Harbor is home to an incredible 275 species of fish
- There are over 200 miles of designated Blueway Paddling Trails
Looking for ways to get on the water?
- Check out the Boating and Watersports page on the Punta Gorda Englewood Beach Visitor Info Center website to learn about all the MANY ways to get on the water! CLICK HERE.
Not an experienced boater? Want to become one?
- Peace River Boating Club has classes that can be taken online and in person
- Gulf Coast Sailing and Cruising School
- Boating basics from the Go Boating Florida website
Do you prefer being water adjacent but not on the water? No problem, we have some recommendations for you too!
- Visit one of the many Tiki Bars in the area. A few of our favs are: TT’s Tiki Bar, Sunset Beach Club at Fishermen’s Village, or Riviera Bar & Grill’s Tiki Bar.
- We have some great waterside parks: Ponce de Leon Park in Punta Gorda (great sunsets here – for those with limited mobility you can enjoy the view right from your car in the parking lot), Bayshore Live Oak Park, and Lemon Bay Sunrise Rotary Park.
- Take a walk along the water: Punta Gorda’s Harborwalk, Gilchrist Bridge Walk, Venetian Waterway Park Trail in Venice, or the Venice Myakka River Park.
If you’d like to explore living in our area please give us a call at 941-637-6116!
