Where is South Brohard Beach Paw Park?

South Brohard Beach Paw Park is a park in Venice, Florida.

What is the water temperature at South Brohard Beach Paw Park?

As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at South Brohard Beach Paw Park in Venice, Florida is 79°F (26°C), measured by NOAA buoy 42013, 30.1 miles away.

How is South Brohard Beach Paw Park rated?

South Brohard Beach Paw Park in Venice, Florida has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 830 reviews.

What amenities does South Brohard Beach Paw Park have?

Visitor-listed amenities at South Brohard Beach Paw Park include pet-friendly.

Updated August 16, 2026

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South Brohard Beach Paw Park

Park · Venice, Florida

4.8(830 reviews)

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Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

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Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Tampa Bay waters; Charlotte Harbor and Pine Island Sound and other areas.

Water temp 79°F (26°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy 42013 (30.1 mi away), as of Oct 29, 6:35 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories

A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Tampa Bay waters; Charlotte Harbor and Pine Island Sound and other areas. — NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Water temperature is 79°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy 42013, as of Oct 29, 6:35 AM UTC

No official beach-advisory feed for Florida yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

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It’s 79°F at South Brohard Beach Paw Park now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

pet-friendlyPicnic tablesPublic restroomWheelchair accessible entrance

Editor's Notes

The only public beach in Sarasota County where dogs are welcome, Brohard's paw park pairs fenced areas for small and large dogs with an open stretch of Gulf sand just south of the Venice Fishing Pier. Dog showers, drinking fountains, picnic tables and restrooms are on site.

What’s swimming here?

Fish recorded within 2 km: Gafftopsail Sea Catfish, Hardhead Sea Catfish, Florida Pompano and 8 more species.

11 fish species in 18 public records within 2 km of South Brohard Beach Paw Park since 2000.

Gafftopsail Sea Catfish Bagre marinus
4 records · 2023
Hardhead Sea Catfish Ariopsis felis
2 records · 2023
Florida Pompano Trachinotus carolinus
2 records · 2023
Pinfish Lagodon rhomboides
2 records · 2022
Grey Snapper Lutjanus griseus
2 records · 2022
Striped Burrfish Chilomycterus schoepfii
1 record · 2023
Atlantic Spadefish Chaetodipterus faber
1 record · 2022
Northern Ladyfish Elops saurus
1 record · 2022

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Kingfish Menticirrhus americanus
1 record · 2022
Red Drum Sciaenops ocellatus
1 record · 2022
Striped Mullet Mugil cephalus
1 record · 2020

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Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (iNaturalist research-grade observations). Common names: USGS NAS; GBIF.org (The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species). Non-native flags: USGS NAS. These are sightings and specimens people reported, not a survey: a fish missing from the list may still live here.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is South Brohard Beach Paw Park?: South Brohard Beach Paw Park is a park in Venice, Florida.
What is the water temperature at South Brohard Beach Paw Park?: As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at South Brohard Beach Paw Park in Venice, Florida is 79°F (26°C), measured by NOAA buoy 42013, 30.1 miles away.
Can you swim at South Brohard Beach Paw Park?: Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Tampa Bay waters; Charlotte Harbor and Pine Island Sound and other areas. Checked October 29, 2026.
How is South Brohard Beach Paw Park rated?: South Brohard Beach Paw Park in Venice, Florida has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 830 reviews.
What amenities does South Brohard Beach Paw Park have?: Visitor-listed amenities at South Brohard Beach Paw Park include pet-friendly.

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Location & Contact

1900 Harbor Dr S, Venice, FL 34285

Venice, Florida 34285

Phone

+1 941-486-2422

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💡 Best times & visiting tips

›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

Features & amenities

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🐾 Dog-friendly🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids

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