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One of the most popular destinations
in our area for cyclists is the Legacy Trail,
which opened in 2008.
Connecting communities in Sarasota,
Osprey, Nokomis, Venice and South Venice,
the trail is a wide, smoothly paved path for
walkers, roller bladers and bicyclists.
There are trailheads, parking areas and
seating all along the route. There are short,
middle and long distance routes ranging
from 21 to 62 miles.
The new North Port Connector is now
open and is accessible at two points: at
West Price Boulevard and the Forbes Trail
entrance at Deer Prairie Creek Preserve.
The stretch from West Price to
Interstate 75 runs along backyards of
housing but far enough to not be intrusive.
Public rest areas are not included.
One of the most popular destinations
in our area for cyclists is the Legacy Trail,
Riding the Legacy Trail
FILE PHOTO
Riders on the Legacy Trail.
MAPS AND TRAIL
information can be found on the Friends of
the Legacy Trail website at
www.LegacyTrailFriends.org
