Climate: At 5 to 25 feet above sea level, Charlotte County enjoys a climate characterized as sub-tropic where extremes of temperature in both summer and winter are checked by the tempering influence of the Gulf of Mexico. Prevailing winds are an easterly average of 12-18 mph.
Lodging: A wide range of accommodations is available, designed to suit all price and style requirements. Options include hotels, motels, B&B's, resort properties, RV recreation areas, and condo and home rentals.
Restaurants: Fresh seafood is abundant and the area boasts a wide selection of ethnic foods including French, Italian, Japanese, Thai, and Mexican as well as a plentiful supply of all-American cuisine.
Beaches:
Over twelve miles of sandy Gulf beaches share the coastline with the mangrove forests of Charlotte Harbor.
| From | Miles | |
|---|---|---|
| Daytona | 183 | |
| Jacksonville | 238 | |
| Tampa | 52 | |
| Miami | 214 | |
| Orlando | 129 |