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Venice has more than 30 parks ranging in size from tiny pocket parks to the beach along the Gulf of Mexico. Some of the more unique parks include Paw Park, where dogs may romp on the beach, and Venetian Waterway Park, where people may bike and hike on a 5-mile stretch along both sides the Intracoastal Waterway. Please enjoy our parks and beaches while maintaining social distancing guidelines.
Humphris Park (South Jetty) *CLOSED*
Amenities:- Benches
- Food Concession
- Litter Receptacles
- Picnic Tables
- Restrooms
- Shower(s)
- Parks
***Humphris Park is currently closed to the public due to damage from Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Do not attempt to visit this location as conditions are unsafe.***
Humphris Park is the entrance to the South Jetty. It is named for Thomas H. Humphris, who was mayor of Venice from 1972-73.
The park is located at the west end of Tarpon Center Drive and has picnic tables and benches in an area known for fishing, surfing, sunsets and Gulf views.
While the South Jetty is under the purview of the City of Venice, the North Jetty, which can be viewed across the inlet, is under the purview of Sarasota County.
Humphris Park is closed nightly to vehicles from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. The park gates are closed and locked nightly during this time period, so please plan to have all vehicles out of the park before 10 p.m.
Dogs are permitted within the parking area of Humphris Park, on-leash only. Dogs are prohibited from the sandy beach and the South Jetty walkway.
The City reminds dog owners to always clean up after your pet in order to keep our parks beautiful and to protect the environment. Please note that “on-leash” means the animal is fully under the owner’s control and attached by a leash no longer than 6 feet.
Click here to view park restrictions