WHAT ENGLEWOOD, VENICE AND BOCA GRANDE BEACHES ARE OPEN OR CLOSED AFTER HURRICANE MILTON?
There has been plenty of destruction along the beaches, but some have opened back up. Hurricane Helene and Milton moved so much sand that it has caused either terrible erosion in some places or mountains of sand. ​​
AS OF 05/29/2025
SUBJECT TO CHANGE
WHICH ENGLEWOOD BEACHES ARE OPEN?
CLOSED
No timeline
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CLOSED
No timeline
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MOSTLY OPEN
The southern portion of the parking lot is open (so half) and the public parking lot next to The White Elephant is also open.
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OPEN
Updated 3/01/2025.
Parking, Porta-potties, and beach access are all available. The portion of Manasota Key Rd. adjacent to the park was washed out. Road repairs are not anticipated to be completed for 2-3 years. Access to the park is from the south through Charlotte County and the Tom Adams Bridge. Updated 5/7/2025.
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OPEN
WHICH VENICE BEACHES ARE OPEN?
OPEN - BUT NOT TO VEHICLES
Updated 5/23/2025
During Hurricane Milton Harbor Dr. leading into the park was washed out. It anticipated that the road will be repaired in 2-4 years. The beach, nature trails, pavilion, fitness area, and overlook are open to the public. The playground, utilities and restrooms will remain closed. The park is operating as a pedestrian and bicycle access only park with parking available at South Brohard Park, or access via the Venetian Waterway Trail. There is no vehicle parking at Caspersen Beach. Updated 5/23/2025.
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OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
MOSTLY OPEN
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OPEN
Updated 05/23/2025
The park is open to the public. However, a portion of the parking lot is closed due to storm damages. A contract is being secured for the necessary repairs. Permanent repair work will begin with an anticipated completion of Spring 2026. These repairs will address parking lots, fencing, the playground, and other park amenities. Currently all amenities are open to the public including the concession. Updated 5/23/2025.
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OPEN
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WHICH BOCA GRANDE BEACHES ARE OPEN?
The beach access points that are open are: ​​
1st Street
Banyan Street
3rd Street
4th Street
5th Street - Temporary access*
7th Street
9th Street
10th Street
11th Street
12th Street
13th Street
14th Street
17th Street
19th Street
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OPEN