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The
Legacy Trail hosts plenty of
areas to stop, rest, learn about its history or just enjoy the
natural beauty surrounding the trail.
Trail Map
(01/07/10)
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The rest stops include
seven
trailheads which offer access points with free parking.
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The trailheads are located at:
The Legacy Trail rules and regulations
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In addition to the
trailheads, users will find rest station areas that offer
restroom facilities and places to sit and relax.
On March 28, 2008 Sarasota
County opened the largest public recreation
project ever constructed in the area, The Legacy Trail. Totaling
more than 10 miles in length the trail runs from just south of
the city of Sarasota to Venice following the former CSX railroad
corridor.
Click here to watch The Legacy Trail Grand Opening promo
Purchased through a
partnership between Sarasota County and the Trust for Public
Land in December 2004 for $11.75 million, The Legacy Trail is
the backbone of network of trails planned in Sarasota County.
The Legacy Trail is open from dawn to dusk with the rules for
using the trail posted at various locations as well as at each
trailhead entrance point. |
