located in sarasota, florida, nathan benderson park (nbp) is a unique 600-acre community park slated to become north america's premier 2,000-meter sprint rowing course and regatta center.
one of a handful of sites in the united states identified as having all of the natural attributes that make up a world class rowing and recreational facility, nathan benderson park began hosting organized regatta competitions in 2009.nathan benderson park is a unique 600-acre park providing the public access to a 400-acre lake. the county purchased the site in the early 1990s. prior to that, the property had been an active shell excavation pit for road construction fill. cooper creek enters the east side of the large lake and exits at the northwest corner.nathan benderson park is open to the public and offers year-round recreational opportunities for all ages. challenge your stamina with a walk, jog, or ride on our neatly manicured trails. take to the water with a canoe, rowboat, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard. enjoy an afternoon picnic with a picturesque backdrop of pristine natural beauty. or become a spectator to a thrilling international championship event.
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