Charlotte County, Administrative county in Florida, United States.
Charlotte County extends across southwestern Florida with residential communities, waterfront areas, and parks scattered throughout its territory.
The Florida legislature established Charlotte County in 1921 by dividing it from DeSoto County during a period of regional development and population growth.
Local festivals in Charlotte County showcase regional traditions through art exhibitions, music performances, and food events throughout the calendar year.
The county maintains multiple public boat ramps, fishing piers, and beach access points that residents can use with proper permits.
The Peace River flows through Charlotte County, creating natural habitats for diverse wildlife species and providing opportunities for fossil hunting.
Location: Florida
Inception: April 23, 1921
Capital city: Punta Gorda
Shares border with: Sarasota County, DeSoto County, Highlands County, Glades County, Hendry County, Lee County
Website: http://CharlotteCountyfl.gov
GPS coordinates: 26.90000,-81.95000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:00
Little Salt Spring
34.2 km
Stump Pass Beach State Park
39 km
Gasparilla Inn Historic District
35 km
Don Pedro Island State Park
37 km
Boca Grande Causeway
33.5 km
Harborwalk
11.1 km
Myakka State Forest
34 km
Matlacha Bridge
32 km
Elsie Quirk Public Library
40.8 km
Fred C. Babcock/ Cecil M. Webb Wildlife Management Area
7.2 km
Gilchrist Bridge
11.9 km
Barron Collier Bridge
11.7 km
A. C. Freeman House
10 km
Charlotte Harbor Light
23.5 km
Villa Bianca
9.2 km
Punta Gorda Ice Plant
10.3 km
Old Charlotte County Courthouse
10.7 km
Clarence L. Babcock House
9.3 km
Military Heritage & Aviation Museum
11 km
Punta Gorda Residential District
10.8 km
Hillsboro State Bank Building
20.8 km
H. W. Smith Building
10.6 km
Lemon Bay Woman's Club
41.1 km
Old First National Bank of Punta Gorda
10.7 km
Journey's End
34.9 km
Halstead and Emily Lindsley House
35 km
Gasparilla Golf Club
34.5 km
The Gasparilla Inn & Club
35 kmReviews
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