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Florida 1 Stop
Charlotte Harbor & The Gulf Islands

Area Information

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Charlotte County
Government

Charlotte County
Chamber of Commerce

Area Schools

		Port Charlotte has more than 165 miles of man-made water ways, many with
		access to Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf of Mexico. There are miles of natural shoreline bordering Charlotte Harbor and the Peace and Myakka Rivers

		The City of Punta Gorda is a charming and historic waterfront town . Now More than
		120 years old, Punta Gorda remains Charlotte County’s only incorporated city.

		Englewood An unincorporated area straddling two counties (Charlotte and
		Sarasota), Englewood is literally surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico. Miles of unspoiled beaches, world famous fishing, shelling and boating are a few of the amenities offered to the more than 50,000 year-round residents, approximately two- thirds of whom live in Charlotte County.

		The Cape Haze peninsula, located in west Charlotte County, is home to
		approximately 13,000 residents. In addition to pristine golf courses and miles of natural waterways, perfect for kayaking and fishing, this community has shopping, schools, churches, and all the comforts of home.

		Palm Island Seven miles of white sandy beach and crystal clear water await you on
		this retreat away from the world. A car ferry to get there adds to the remote feel of this island getaway.

"Best Places to
Sail in the U.S."
- Charlotte
Harbor

Area Weather Forecast, FL

Charlotte County's weather is, in a word, divine.

The average annual temperature is 74.8 degrees Fahrenheit, with prevailing easterly
breezes averaging 12-18 m.p.h. Florida averages 300 days of full sunshine a year.