Manatee County FL Traffic Cameras
Monitor real-time traffic across Manatee County with 350+ live traffic cameras covering Bradenton, Anna Maria Island, the I-75 corridor, and Sarasota area approaches. Our interactive map provides real-time access to live street cameras and intersection feeds throughout downtown Bradenton and the Anna Maria Island gateway. Track conditions with instant updates from FDOT and FL511 feeds.
View Manatee County Cameras →Manatee County sits at the heart of Florida's Gulf Coast, serving as the gateway to some of the state's most popular beach destinations. Local commuters in Bradenton face an average travel time to work of approximately 25 minutes, with seasonal increases common during the winter peak. From the pristine shores of Anna Maria Island to the busy I-75 corridor connecting Tampa to Sarasota, the county's camera network covers critical routes for both locals and the millions of tourists who visit annually. Users can also monitor live street cameras along Manatee Avenue and Cortez Road to check for road-level gridlock near the Riverwalk or local shopping centers.
Whether you're planning a beach day, navigating snowbird season traffic, or checking conditions before your commute, TrafficVision.Live aggregates all 350+ cameras into one free platform with interactive map and grid views.
Bradenton Camera Coverage
I-75 Corridor
150+ cameras
Full coverage between Tampa and Sarasota exits
Bradenton/US-301
100+ cameras
Downtown corridors and bridge approaches
Anna Maria Island
50+ cameras
Beach access routes and bridge approaches
East County
50+ cameras
SR-70, Lakewood Ranch, and rural corridors
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Access all 350+ Manatee County traffic cameras on one interactive map. Filter by highway, road, or area to monitor conditions in real-time.
View Manatee County Cameras →Manatee County Camera Coverage
I-75 Corridor
Florida's main north-south artery runs through the eastern edge of Manatee County with full camera coverage between Tampa and Sarasota. As a primary regional link, I-75 segments through Manatee County handle over 140,000 vehicles daily according to traffic volume data from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).
I-75 Through Manatee County
- Exit 217 (SR-70) — Primary Bradenton access, major interchange
- Exit 220 (SR-64) — Anna Maria Island and western beaches route
- Exit 224 (University Pkwy) — Sarasota approaches and mall area
- Exit 213 (Clark Road) — Southern Manatee County access
- I-75 Mainline — Full coverage between Tampa and Sarasota
US-301 North-South Alternative
US-301 provides an alternative north-south route through Manatee County, passing through Palmetto, Ellenton, and downtown Bradenton.
- Palmetto — Downtown corridor and bridge approaches
- Ellenton — Premium Outlets area and I-75 interchange
- Bradenton — Historic downtown and Manatee Avenue connection
- Coverage of major intersections and shopping centers
Anna Maria Island / Beach Routes
Beach access routes are critical during peak season and carry heavy weekend traffic.
- SR-64 (Manatee Avenue) — Primary route to Anna Maria Island via the Manatee Avenue Bridge
- Cortez Road (SR-684) — Access to Cortez fishing village and beaches via the Cortez Bridge
- Gulf Drive — Island traffic and beach parking areas
- Bridge approaches — Both bridges are bottlenecks during peak beach hours
SR-70 / Downtown Bradenton
SR-70 is the main east-west corridor connecting I-75 to downtown Bradenton and beyond.
- I-75 interchange — Major traffic merge point at Exit 217
- Downtown Bradenton — Main Street and Riverwalk area
- DeSoto Square — Mall and commercial district
- East County — Lakewood Ranch master-planned community and rural areas
Monitor I-75 Corridor Live
View real-time camera feeds along the I-75 corridor through Manatee County. Check conditions at every interchange before you travel.
View I-75 Cameras →Best Times to Check Cameras
Beach Traffic Timing
Weekend mornings (9-11am): Beach arrival peak on bridge routes to Anna Maria Island.
Weekend afternoons (3-6pm): Beach departure traffic backs up across both bridges.
Holidays: All-day congestion on bridge routes. Check cameras before heading to the islands.
Summer weekdays: Lighter traffic but still check bridge approaches.
Snowbird Season (November - April)
I-75 congestion: Significantly heavier year-round traffic as seasonal residents arrive.
Shopping areas: Ellenton Premium Outlets and University Town Center busy daily.
Medical corridors: Hospital areas see increased traffic.
Lighter windows: Before 7:30am, 9:30-11am weekdays, and after 7pm.
According to the Florida Department of Transportation, the I-75 corridor through Manatee County is a critical regional artery, handling over 130,000 vehicles daily and requiring constant visual monitoring for incident management.
Why Monitor Manatee County Cameras
- Beach trip planning — Check bridge traffic before heading to Anna Maria Island or Longboat Key
- I-75 conditions — Monitor the busy Tampa-Sarasota corridor before traveling
- Accident avoidance — See incidents in real-time; in 2023, Manatee County recorded 71 traffic fatalities, making visual awareness a critical safety tool.
- Weather verification — View actual road conditions during Florida's afternoon thunderstorms
- Snowbird navigation — Plan around seasonal traffic patterns November through April
- Event traffic — Check conditions around Bradenton Marauders games, festivals, and special events
- Airport trips — Monitor routes to Tampa International (TPA) or Sarasota-Bradenton (SRQ)
Explore All Manatee County Cameras
Monitor multiple cameras at once with our grid view — perfect for tracking rush hour across your route. Build custom routes for your daily commute.
View All Cameras →How to Use Manatee County Traffic Cameras
Access the Map
Visit TrafficVision.Live and use the interactive map to browse cameras across Manatee County. Cameras are clustered by location — zoom in to see individual cameras along your route.
Filter by Location
Use the search function to find cameras on specific roads or areas. Type "Bradenton," "I-75," "Anna Maria," or any street name to narrow results.
Watch Live Feeds
Click any camera marker to view its live feed. Most FDOT cameras provide real-time video streams showing current traffic conditions, weather visibility, and any incidents.
Save Favorites
Bookmark your most-checked cameras for instant one-tap access. Great for daily commuters who check the same routes.
Build Custom Routes
Create a custom route from home to work and see all cameras along the way automatically selected.
Camera Data Sources
TrafficVision.Live aggregates Manatee County traffic cameras from official Florida sources:
FDOT (Florida Department of Transportation) — I-75 mainline and interchange cameras, major state road coverage including SR-70, SR-64, and Cortez Road.
FL511 — Statewide traffic camera network integration providing comprehensive highway monitoring.
Local agencies — Bradenton and Palmetto municipal cameras where available.
All cameras are publicly accessible and provided by government agencies for public safety and traffic monitoring. Part of the world's largest traffic camera directory with 135,000+ live feeds from 600+ sources across 130+ countries.
Related Guides
- Florida Traffic Cameras Statewide — Complete Florida coverage
- Tampa Traffic Cameras — Neighboring metro area
- St. Petersburg Traffic Cameras — Pinellas County coverage
- FDOT Traffic Cameras Guide — Florida DOT camera system
How many traffic cameras are in Manatee County?
Manatee County has 350+ traffic cameras covering I-75, US-301, SR-70, SR-64, Cortez Road, and Anna Maria Island access routes. Cameras are managed by FDOT and accessible through FL511 and TrafficVision.Live.
Can I check Anna Maria Island bridge traffic?
Yes, cameras cover both the Manatee Avenue Bridge (SR-64) and Cortez Bridge (SR-684) approaches. Check these cameras before heading to the island, especially on weekends and holidays when bridge traffic backs up significantly.
When is Manatee County traffic worst?
Snowbird season (November through April) brings significantly heavier traffic on I-75 and shopping corridors. Beach traffic peaks on summer weekends with bridge congestion from 9-11am arrivals and 3-6pm departures. Holiday weekends see all-day bridge congestion.
Are the cameras available on my phone?
Yes, all 350+ Manatee County cameras are accessible on mobile devices through TrafficVision.Live. The interface is fully responsive with no app download required. Save favorites for instant access to your most-checked cameras.
What's the best time to drive to Anna Maria Island?
On weekends, arrive before 9am or after 2pm to avoid peak bridge traffic. Weekday mornings are generally smooth. During snowbird season, add extra time for all beach routes. Always check bridge cameras before departing.
Where can I find Bradenton street cameras?
You can find live Bradenton street cameras and intersection feeds by using our interactive map, which aggregates FDOT data for major surface routes like US-301 and SR-70.
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