07/30/2026
For those who enjoy Kayaking:
Senator Bob Johnson's Landing highlight
Located along the state-designated Wild and Scenic Myakka River and adjacent to U.S. 41, Senator Bob Johnson’s Landing offers more than seven acres of natural beauty and water access on the outskirts of North Port. Visitors can enjoy a range of amenities, including a universally accessible canoe and kayak launch with a wash station, fishing areas, picnic shelters, restrooms, trails and opportunities for viewing birds and wildlife.
Opened in 2019, the park provides direct access to the Myakka River, making it a popular destination for paddling and outdoor recreation. The park improvements highlight Sarasota County’s continued commitment to expanding public access to natural lands and waterways. The original park site was acquired in 2009 through the Neighborhood Parkland Acquisition Program. In 2025, Sarasota County purchased the adjacent property through the program to expand the existing park.
Senator Bob Johnson’s Landing is located at 9083 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice. For more information about the Land Acquisition and Management Program, visit SarasotaCountyParks.com/LandAcquisitions.