It's also the best beach for finding pre-historic sharks' teeth. There are no lifeguards on duty. Manasota Beach Manasota Beach is located at the west end of Manasota Beach Road. On the Intracoastal side of the park a boat ramp and docking facilities are available. The 620 foot dock continues as a boardwalk winding through the mangroves.
Lifeguards are on duty year round.
Blind Pass Beach Blind Pass Beach is located on Manasota Key Road one mile north of the Charlotte County line on Manasota Key. The beach is narrowed due to erosion and the proximity of Manasota Key Road. There are 60 acres gulf to bay including 2,900 feet of gulf beach frontage. No lifeguards are on duty. At beaches where lifeguards are on duty you'll find information on water conditions and temperatures.