Florida Beaches - Bradenton Beach

Bradenton Beach is beautiful, 4 mile stretch of sandy white beach nestled among several beach communities along the west coast of Florida. Part of the narrow barrier islands on the Gulf of Mexico south of Tampa Bay, it is separated from the city of Bradenton by the Intracoastal Waterway. These barrier islands form a 34 mile string of beaches and beach communities that range from Anna Maria to Venice.

Characteristic of the Gulf of Mexico beaches, the waters are generally warm and calm compared to the east coast beaches. The beach is family friendly and offers areas with picnic areas, snack bars and lifeguards at selected locations.

Located on the Intracoastal side side of the island is the City Pier, a 300 foot pier extending into Sarasota Bay. The pier includes a waterfront restaurant, bait and tackle shop and a day dock for boaters.

Several hotels are available in the Bradenton Beach area, including some located on the beach front. See Bradenton Beach hotels for availability.

Access to the island can be gained across Cortez Road (State Road 684) or Manatee Ave (State Road 64). Public parking and access points are available.

Bradenton Beach's Vision Statement is: "Bradenton Beach is a small, friendly island community that values the civic pride of both permanent and seasonal residents, maintains its Old Florida charm, and respects its bountiful natural resources.

History, hospitality and spirit are the hallmarks of our thriving waterfront, offering ease of mobility by land and sea. "

See Bradenton for information about the mainland community and activities.

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