Hiking & Cycling
at Fisherman's Cove RV Resort
These are 2 fantastic activities during a rewarding RV get-a-away. The good news is that you can enjoy this activity ALL YEAR LONG at The Cove. Since we are located in Central W. Coast Florida, the climate remains perfect for RVers who use outdoor recreation to "unplug" from daily routine. Other outdoor activities include, paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming, fishing, pickle ball and much more. In this article, we'll provide information on a few popular hot spots for hiking and cycling.
Keep in mind, Fisherman's Cove is also a place to relax passively inside quiet environmental beauty. Surrounding us are large bodies of water and expanses of land that are vigorously protected by the conservation efforts of the Terra Ceia Nature Preserve.
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Slow Strolls
You don't need to go far to enjoy a relaxing walk in a beautiful place. This opportunity exists right here starting with our nature path. As well, a walk alongside the Terra Ceia Bay and out onto our 340 ft. private pier appeals to many guests seeking a dose of peaceful solitude.
| Slow strollers will see lush green scenery and expansive bay views at The Cove! | |
Simple Cycling
For an afternoon bike ride, you can slow roll over to the pool area or game room with family. If you decide to venture beyond the resort, you'll find roads with towering oaks and very little traffic.
| This family of 3 knows about simple cycling. It's more about enjoying company and seeing the sights and sounds. | |
Hiking & Biking
There are many picturesque places to hike and bike in Manatee and neighboring counties. So for our readers, we've picked a few great places all within 13 miles of Fisherman's Cove. Each place has a variety of activities that will keep you busy for a few hours or an entire day. Be sure to visit the YouTube playlist link to see videos that provide a short visual introduction.
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Emerson Point Preserve
7.2 miles from The Cove)
Beach, fishing, grills, 3 pavilions, restrooms, hike/bike trails, observation tower, and history.
This poplar place has something for everyone! A paved bike trail (1.5 miles) starts at the entrance and leads to the end of the peninsula. Here, you can picnic and walk along a beach front trail. The hiking trails (about 3 miles) take you to the various attraction points on the peninsula. An observation tower provides a breath taking view of the Terra Ceia Bay, Tampa Bay, Manatee River, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. It's spectacular!
Lastly, there's ancient history and also pioneer history to see at the Portavant Temple Mound. The mound rises up 150 feet with towering oaks at the summit. The mound is estimated to be approximately 1000 years old.
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Robinson Preserve
(12.4 miles from The Cove)
Beach, canoe/kayak launch, fishing, grills, playground, pavilion, restrooms, hike/bike trails, educational programs and events.
Located in northwest Bradenton, Robinson Preserve spans 682 acres of coastal slat marsh and mangrove habitat. A 150 acre portion of the preserve represents newly restored Florida habitat from disturbed farmland. Now, the land once again supports our unique local wildlife such as wood storks, white pelicans, bald eagles and more.
In addition to 7.5 miles of hiking trails, including a 2.5 rubberized 'pedestrian only' trail, the preserve has a unique educational component called "The Nest." It stands for The center of Nature, Experience, Science, and Technology. This new location will begin spearheading educational and fitness related events in 2023. Currently, there is a weekly walk/run group with a trainer as well as periodic youth activities. Of note, The Nest is now hosting a unique form of immersive escape room experience called "Escape the Nest."
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DeSoto Nat'l Memorial
(11.2 miles from The Cove)
Short nature trails, guided tours, visitor center, educational programs, children's summer activities, beach, fishing & more.
Whether you're young or old, DeSoto National Memorial is a fantastic venue to spend a few hours soaking in the rich controversial history surrounding conquistador Hernando DeSoto and his arrival to Florida in 1539. With 9 ships, 600 soldiers, clergy, craftsman and supplies, there remains a plethora of artifacts which provide insight to how life was during this time.
During the months of December through April, visitors can observe a living history camp. Near the end of each season, a live reenactment is performed which carefully depicts DeSoto's landing on the beaches of Tampa Bay.
During the summer, activities are geared towards children and include fishing clinics, kayak tours, and immersive escape room experiences.
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Visit our playlist for Emerson Point, Robinson Reserve, and DeSoto National Memorial. | |
So what about Fido? A dog needs a day off too!
At Fisherman's Cove we have a fenced dog run where your pet has the space to roam free for regular daily exercise!
On weekends or special occasions however, there are places with wide open spaces where Fido can run wild and free! At a dog park, you'll certainly get your exercise but also see your animal at it's best - running free with no personal territory to protect! It's amazing to see all the dogs get a long like they've been friends for years!
Manatee Dog Parks
Manatee county has 4 dog parks you can check out for your pet. The hours of operation and park amenities vary so be sure to contact them before venturing out! (see links for each park.)
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Here's the latest from our Blog writer, Janel, at Fishlikeus.com | |
"Fishing in the Rain"
Understanding how to read (or mitigate) the weather will help your cause drastically. That is if your goal is to keep fishing.
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Our next article is on the way .... Paddle The Cove!
Learn about all the awesome places to paddle near Terra Ceia Bay.
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The Terra Ceia Bay is naturally calm so it's a good place to learn the ins and outs of kayaking, paddle boarding or whichever type of watercraft you might choose to bring. So bring the whole family! And remember, while staying at The Cove, use of resort kayaks and paddle boards are complimentary. | |
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at 941-226-8358
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Fisherman's Cove is a family owned and operated RV Resort. We enjoy providing a superior quality of life & community to our residents and an invigorating, pleasure filled resort experience for guests.
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