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North Port is a fast-growing city in southern Sarasota County on Florida's Gulf Coast, between Venice and Port Charlotte. Founded in 1959 by the General Development Corporation as a planned retirement and residential community, it has grown into one of the largest cities in the county by area, with miles of canals, woods and preserved land.
The city's most famous landmark is Warm Mineral Springs, a deep natural sinkhole lake fed by warm, mineral-rich water that stays around 85 degrees all year. Scientists have found prehistoric human remains and artifacts in its depths, and today visitors come to float and swim. Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park and the Garden of the Five Senses offer quieter nature walks.
In the newer West Villages area, Wellen Park has a walkable downtown on a lake and CoolToday Park, the spring training home of the Atlanta Braves. North Port is also a handy base for the beaches of Venice and Englewood and for Myakka River State Park to the north.
A deep sinkhole spring that stays around 85 degrees all year, with mineral-rich water that visitors float in for relaxation. Divers have found prehistoric human remains and artifacts in its depths, making it an important archaeological site. Expect a small entry fee, and bring a noodle to float easily.
The spring training ballpark of the Atlanta Braves in the Wellen Park area of North Port, with a shaded concourse and a grassy lawn seating area beyond the outfield. Games run from late February through March. Buy tickets ahead for weekend games and arrive early for batting practice.
A new walkable town center on a lake in North Port's West Villages, with restaurants, cafes, shops and a lawn that hosts concerts, markets and holiday events. It is a pleasant evening stop with sunset views over the water. Check the event calendar for weekend live music.
A city nature park along Myakkahatchee Creek with easy hiking and biking trails through pine flatwoods and oak hammocks, a creek-side boardwalk and picnic areas. Watch for wading birds, gopher tortoises and the occasional alligator. Trails can be muddy in summer, so wear shoes that can get wet.
A small themed park in North Port designed to engage sight, sound, smell, touch and taste, with fragrant plantings, textured paths, wind chimes, a fishing pier on a pond and an accessible playground. It is free, shaded in places and good for families and anyone looking for a short, calm walk.
A state forest near North Port and Englewood protecting pine flatwoods, prairies and wetlands along the Myakka River. Marked trails are open for hiking, biking and horseback riding, and there is primitive camping. Bring water and sun protection, as shade is limited, and check for seasonal hunts.
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