Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Myakka River State Park was dedicated in 1941 and opened to the public in 1942.
What is your primary product or service?
The mission of the Florida Park Service is to provide resource-based recreation while preserving, interpreting and restoring natural and cultural resources.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Myakka River State Park is one of Florida's oldest and largest state parks. The "Florida Wild and Scenic Myakka River" flows through 57 square miles of wetlands, prairies and woodlands. Myakka is popular for hiking, fishing, camping, and wildlife observation.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
There are 161 state parks located throughout the state of Florida.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Myakka River State Park is located 9 miles east of I-75 on State Road 72 in Sarasota Florida.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, check, Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Myakka River State Park, Division Recreation & Parks (Florida State Parks), Department of Environmental Regulation
What are your hours of operation?
The park is open from 8:00 a.m. until sunset, 7 days a week. Campers are issued a gate combination.