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Big Waters Land Trust

4.8 ★★★★★ 132 Google reviews · Beachfront wedding venue in Osprey, Florida · 0.3 mi to the sand

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  • Setting beachfront venue, 0.3 mi to the sand — verified by its distance to a real shoreline
  • Phone (941) 918-2100
  • Website bigwaterslandtrust.org — most venues book tours right on their site

At a glance

400 Palmetto Ave, Osprey, FL 34229

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On the property

What couples name in their reviews of Big Waters Land Trust and what the venue states on its own site — the fastest way to tell what's actually here before you drive out.

Dock or Marina 2 mentions

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What couples highlight

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 132 Google reviews — in their own words, and only about the wedding and the setting.

🏝️ breathtaking beach setting 9 mentions

“An absolutely beautiful venue tucked away on the gulf.”

From the reviews

This is a PUBLIC PARK - kayak launch (there is a private glass bottom kayak boat tour that launches from here- there is also a free community kayak program that launches from here), fishing pier, Sarasota rowing crew practices out of here and you can’t use the fishing dock when they have practice, picnic tables,…

★★★★★ — Natalia, Jun 2024

So I decided to pit-stop here and stretch my legs on my west coast trip, and boy was I glad I did. The property is greatly cared for, and the grounds are spectacular. Home to the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast. A must see for those traveling through👍👍👍👍👍.

★★★★★ — J.Lugo, Apr 2021

Many dont know of this FREE PUBLIC PARK. It's incredible and has fantastic views. You can also get in touch with their Wedding Event Planner and hold your wedding here as well. Sits right on the water with fantastic views. Take a stroll or learn how to kayak with their kayak group right on site!

★★★★★ — Tessa, Jul 2019

As a Professional Wedding Day , Antique Vintage Wedding Car Service, ( American Classic Wedding Car Service, LLC ) I Couldn't recommend this Beautiful Property More to Have your Special Wedding Event or composts function.

★★★★★ — American, Jun 2018

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Getting married at Big Waters Land Trust

Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see the ceremony spot at the exact time of day you'd say your vows — a west-facing beach glows at sunset but bakes at noon, and you'll want to feel the wind, watch where the sun sits, and walk the path your guests take across the sand. Second, bring your real questions: the weather backup (where does the ceremony move if it rains or the wind kicks up?), who pulls the beach permit, the sound-ordinance curfew, the catering and bar policy, and exactly what's included — chairs, setup, and teardown on sand are where quotes quietly diverge. Peak beach dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.

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Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and couples' reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this venue? Claim your listing — it's free.