Charlotte County

Florida

Barron Collier Bridge and Gilchrist Bridge in Florida with moving traffic. Transportation infrastructure in Charlotte County connecting Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte over Peace River
Barron Collier Bridge and Gilchrist Bridge in Florida with moving traffic. Transportation infrastructure in Charlotte County connecting Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte over Peace River
Statue of Juan Ponce de Leon (1460?-1521), who was a Spanish explorer and soldier who was the first European to set foot in Florida. He also established the oldest European settlement in Puerto Rico and discovered the Gulf Stream (a current in the Atlantic Ocean). Ponce de Leon was searching for the legendary fountain of youth and other riches.

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Beautiful view in Punta Gorda Florida. #OnTheRoad #Waterlust
Nice park to kayak, swim or just get some sun. # waterlust #Nature

Popular cities in Charlotte County

Punta Gorda featuring a garden
Punta Gorda
Known for Dining, Ports and Sunsets
Whether it is wildlife, history, racing, shopping, fishing or sunset dining that you love, this Gulf Coast city in Florida can deliver.

Reasons to visit

  • Fishermen's Village
  • Bayshore Park Fishing Pier
  • Gilchrist Park
Had a great paddle
across the intercoastal  
to Lemon Bay Park and back with good friend Buddy Roystrom.
Englewood
Known for Beaches, Sharks and Dolphins
Relaxing Englewood awaits: its beaches, canoeing, parks and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Englewood Beach
  • Blind Pass Beach
  • Stump Pass Beach State Park
Port Charlotte - Charlotte Harbor featuring a sunset and general coastal views
Port Charlotte
Known for Ports, Sunsets and Entertainment
Get away to quaint Port Charlotte! Enjoy the sunsets, sailing and beaches.

Reasons to visit

  • Port Charlotte Beach Park
Fishing pier on Coral Creek near the Intercoastal Waterway in Placida, Florida
Placida
Known for Beaches, Islands and Relaxing
Get away to relaxing Placida! Enjoy the island views, beaches and golf.

Reasons to visit

  • Little Gasparilla Island Beach
Freshwater canal at the rear of residential  homes in Rotonda, Florida on a bright sunny day; Shutterstock ID 151134359
Rotonda West
Known for Beaches, Family-friendly and Biking
Come to relaxing Rotonda West and enjoy its beaches, wildlife and bars.