Circus Hammock

Circus Hammock is a preserve with unpaved walking trails in Sarasota, Florida. The name is a reference to the historic winter quarters of the Ringling [Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus|Ringling Brothers Circus]. Habitat at the preserve includes hydric hammock.
The property was purchased by Sarasota County in June 2006 through the Environmentally [Sensitive Lands Protection Program]. Wildlife inhabiting the area include woodpeckers, box turtles, red-shouldered hawks, barred owls and song birds. The entrance is adjacent to 17th Street Paw Park and north of 17th Street Park.