Emerson Point is one of those how-is-this-not-more-famous? kind of places. Whether you're into…read morehiking, biking, kayaking, or just soaking up the views, there's always something fun to do. The hiking trails are great, the kayak launches make it easy to get out on the water, and the observation tower is a must--climb to the top for an awesome bird's-eye view, including the Sunshine Skyway Bridge showing off in the distance. There are plenty of picnic spots, plus a pavilion with nearby restrooms (always a win). One of our favorite things is walking out to the Portavant Temple Mound, where helpful signs bring the area's history to life. And if you're looking for photo ops, this place delivers--nature shots, family photos, you name it. We've had ours taken here more than once. No matter if you're exploring, relaxing, or snapping pictures, Emerson Point always has beauty waiting around the corner. There's even a welcome center near the pavilion to get you started. A perfect spot to wander, relax, and fall a little in love with Florida!

This was our first time here and there is so much more to explore! We drove all the way to the…read morepoint and parked in the lot. There are portable bathrooms there and a lot of small beaches. We walked and stopped and enjoyed the water! We brought the bike and scooter and stroller but didn't get a chance to use them this time although there are plenty of good sidewalks to use! We will be back!

Captain Phil Is amazing. We had a wonderful time with the family. Caught a lot of snook and trout…read more He is very patient and knows where the fish are.

Once again Phil delivers! Two trips with him this year both with great success and the pleasure of…read morehaving a knowledgeable captain that is patient with the kids and a general pleasure to be around. Thank you Thank you!!

This is our second year with Captain Kim's tours and we toured with the Captain, herself…read more It was very windy and choppy, but we saw a ton of dolphins and she scooped up plenty of critters for us to examine. We went to a sand bar and scooped up live sand dollars (carefully) and a huge whelk and whelk eggs. It was a very different tour than last year, but she was so adaptable and obviously knows the area/ is incredibly knowledgeable about the bay, the homes along the water, and all the animals within. We'll be back with her next year!!!

We had SO much fun on our combination tour with Connie! She was great! We found so many cool shells…read moreand creatures! We caught crabs and starfish and did get to see some dolphins. It was a wonderful day! We went at 930 so it wasn't hot and we were able to have the whole afternoon for other activities. Definitely check this out. Our kids, 10 and 3 loved it!

We had such a Great day with Captain Chuck and FirstMate! Kept us with fresh bait and on top of the…read morefish!!! Will definitely go fishing with this crew again!!!

If I could give NO stars I would! THIS IS A FRAUD! They took my money, confirmed the trip and then…read morenever showed up. Found out that the boat hasn't left the dock for months! Then they had the nerve to send me a "Thanks for spending the day with us" email. WHAT A JOKE. DO NOT BOOK!

A 2 mile long Riverwalk along the Manatee River. We walked past a skate park, over train tracks,…read moresplash water park, playgrounds, an amphitheater & some art installations. This is an expansion of Rossi Park between the Green and DeSoto bridges. There were clean shady seating & lots of signage about the Riverwalk. There were cameras & we felt very safe.

Bradenton river walk is a 1.5 mile wood and concrete path along the water with swings, chairs, a…read moresplash pad and a skate park along the way. There's artwork and great views of the river.

hidden gem. don't tell anyone…read more great for sunrise faces East free fishing trailer park on da water

I was in need of some serious Vitamin Sea to survive the Yule tide whatever, so I escaped to…read moreFlorida for Christmas. On Christmas Day, I headed to Bradenton Beach Pier, basking in the sunshine and breathing in that salty air. The best part was there was hardly any crowds. So parking was easy, stress was nonexistent, and peace and tranquillity were the vibes. The real locals were out in full force, the egrets, and other local birds were checking out the people strolling the pier or fishing. Not much was open because it was Christmas, I'm not added to the charm. It felt peaceful, unhurried, and exactly how I wanted my holiday to be. Spending Christmas here during the off-season was a five star reminder that sometimes quiet is the best gift.

When the locals need to rent a boat, we call Tanner. We've…read morerented boats from at least 4 different outfits in the area - not only is LiGT fairly priced, but Tanner provides genuine customer service that you just won't find elsewhere. There's really not much more I can say. Do your due diligence and research the other rental options, but it's highly likely that you'll come back around to Life is Good Today and Cap'n Tanner. You'll be glad you did!

We have rented from Tanner once a year or so for the last about seven years on our yearly trip when…read morewe drive down to NC and we cannot say enough about how much we appreciate him! We have such great boat vacation family memories thanks to him. He is timely, helpful, reliable and super kind. Could not recommend anyone more!

Several easy hiking trails make this a handy place to take a stroll. The terrain isn't very scenic…read morebut there is an observation tower that affords good views of the surrounding area. Unisex restrooms available at the parking lot. Free parking and admission.

What an amazing place to spend the day wandering trails, observing nature & the beauty of God's…read morecreation! 10/10 & will be back!

Did a whole day charter with the family today. Captain Carlos grew up on these waters and put us…read moreon fish quickly. He made sure we all had a great time and caught a variety of fish. There was plenty of room for the four of us on the Sinbad Jr. Even my wife, who isn't an experienced angler had a great time and caught a "keeper." I would go out any day with him again.

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Captain Rachel took me, my 75-year-old father, and four kids aged 7-10 on a fishing trip (needless…read moreto say, there was a lot of assistance needed on the boat!). We had an awesome time! Went to two different inshore spots; all the kids caught tons of fish, and then we went swimming at a sandbar. She cleaned all the fish for us at the dock (feeding the guts to the pelicans was another highlight for the kids), and we brought home a ton of fish that we cooked that night. I would highly recommend (and I'll likely book again when we come back for spring break again next year).

Captain Rachel is one of the best guides in Tampa Bay and beyond! Her knowledge, hard work and…read moreprofessionalism means you will catch fish! I have worked and fished with many guides in my 20 year span as a TV fishing host and I can guarantee without a doubt she will make your day a memorable one!