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Carlton Reserve
24,565-acre wilderness preserve on the Myakka River with 90 miles of trails for hiking, biking, paddling, and horseback riding.
About
Carlton Reserve is a sprawling outdoor destination in Venice covering nearly 40 square miles of Sarasota County land along the Myakka River. The preserve maintains over 90 miles of trails across its 24,565 acres, with 12 map kiosks placed along 100 miles of pathways to help visitors navigate. You can hike, bike, paddle, or ride horses depending on the trail. The reserve hosts seasonal events including Fire Fest and Cub Crawl. Note that pets are not permitted here, though Sarasota County maintains 71 other parklands where leashed pets are welcome and five where off-leash use is allowed. Carlton Reserve sits at 1800 Mabry Carlton Parkway in Venice and is supported by Friends of the Carlton Reserve, a community nonprofit.