Sarasota Visitors Guide Attractions

Oscar Scherer State Park
US 41 (Tamiami Trail) Osprey

Oscar Scherer State Park offers visitors a number of recreational activities, as well as a preserve of Florida's natural habitat and wildlife. Several threatened species, including the Florida Scrub-Jay call the park home. Bald eagles, bobcats, river otters and alligators can also be seen in the park. Lake Osprey, inside the park, is a 3 acre freshwater lake offering anglers a chance to catch bream, bluegill, largemouth bass and channel catfish.  A fishing license is required for anyone over 15 and can be purchased at most bait and tackle shops. 941-483-5956