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Venice has more than 30 parks ranging in size from tiny pocket parks to the beach along the Gulf of Mexico. Some of the more unique parks include Paw Park, where dogs may romp on the beach, and Venetian Waterway Park, where people may bike and hike on a 5-mile stretch along both sides the Intracoastal Waterway. Please enjoy our parks and beaches while maintaining social distancing guidelines.
Legacy Park
Amenities:- Benches
- Canoe/Kayak Launch
- Drinking Fountain
- Hiking Trails
- Litter Receptacles
- Pedestrian Walkway
- Picnic Shelters
- Playground
- Restrooms
- Parks
Legacy Park, located across from the historic Venice Train Depot, includes a train-themed playground. Along with the shaded playground structure, climbing apparatus, cornhole equipment and swings there is a multi-use trail, kayak/canoe launch, picnic shelters, restrooms and parking facilities. It is located across from the Historic Venice Train Depot.
Funding was provided by Venice Service District Park Impact Fees, Florida Communities Trust, Florida Recreation Development Assistance Grant Program, Land & Water Conservation Fund, Recreational Trails Program, and the Florida Coastal Management Program.
Park hours are as follows: October–March 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., and April–September 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
To reserve a picnic shelter for a birthday party or other event, call the Sarasota County Contact Center at 311 or 941-861-5000.
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