One of those curious places in Florida where Interstate 75 travels east-west instead of north-south, North Port is an extension of 1960s subdivisions north from Port Charlotte into the piney woods and cattle ranches along the Myakka River basin.
What it is most notable for its Warm Mineral Springs, one of only two known hot springs in Florida. In 1958, a local resident started diving into its depths. A year later, he brought out significant archaeological finds.
North Port is also home to Myakka State Forest. With four different access points, primitive campsites, and more than 40 miles of trails on over 8,500 acres, it has outdoor recreation for everyone.
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