The pure quartz, pulverized to a fine powder, has a magical quality. There is no sand quite like Siestas, anywhere. Even under the burning subtropical sun, it feels cool to the touch. Lifeguards watch over Siesta Key Public Beach all year, and there are tennis, volleyball, softball and food concession facilities provided.
Picnic pavilions are available for groups at a nominal fee.
Water sports of every kind add color and excitement to the Siesta Beach scene. The 800-car parking lot is frequently full, for this is the most popular beach in Sarasota County. 20 station fitness trail . At the southern end of Siesta Key is Turtle Beach. The sand here is a bit coarser, but that means the shelling is better.