Siesta Key Beach - Sarasota, Florida
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N 27° 16.031 W 082° 33.098
17R E 346408 N 3016981
A jewel of a beach on Florida's gulf coast. Known for it's white, fine sand this beach is consistently rated one of the most beautiful in the world!
Waymark Code: WM9KGN
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 08/29/2010
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Siesta Beach is located on Beach Road on Siesta Key. Siesta Beach is known as one of the most beautiful beaches anywhere in the world. At the "Great International White Sand Beach Challenge" held in 1987, it was recognized as having the "whitest and finest sand in the world."
Unlike beaches elsewhere that are made up mostly of coral, Siesta Beach's sand is 99% quartz. Even on the hottest days, the sand is so reflective that it feels cool underfoot. It's estimated that the sand on Siesta Beach and Crescent Beach on Siesta Key is millions of years old, and started in the Appalachians and flowed down the rivers and was eventually deposited on the shores of Siesta Key.
Shallow water depth in the near shore area together with year round lifeguard protection, makes this one of the safest beaches in the County and great for small children.
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Siesta Key Beach provides handicap access, lifeguards on duty, a snack bar, ice cream, a beach toy shop, free WiFi, restrooms, picnic tables, volleyball, chair rentals, as well as a shaded playground.
Parking is tight (~800 spots) so be sure to get there before 10AM when in peak season.
One event not to miss is the traditional Sunday sundown drum circle! Located near the snack pavilion, the circle begins to assemble around 6PM. Bring your rhythm or just sit back and enjoy the groove!
This beach has it all!
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