Legacy Trail

Aug 26, 2024
- Faith Burton

Legacy Trail

by | Aug 26, 2024

Legacy Trail

by | Aug 26, 2024

Legacy Trail

by | Aug 26, 2024

The Legacy Trail is a beautiful 12.5-mile-long walkway and bike path that began construction in 2004. In 2018, an extension that is currently under construction (likely until sometime in 2022) goes through the heart of Sarasota. The Legacy Trail begins in Venice at the historic train depot and runs along the old Seaboard Air Line Railway.

The first passenger coach traveled on the new railroad all the way back in 1911.  The Venice Train Depot itself opened on March 27, 1927, and now remains as a place for historic information and tours. It is also used as a regional transportation hub for Sarasota County Area Transit and is the main starting point of the Legacy Trail.

During World War II, the railroad was used to transport goods and for servicemen traveling to the Army Air Base in Venice. From 1932 to 1942 the railroad was also used by patients going to Dr. Albee’s Florida Medical Center. The famous Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus also used the railroad to travel to Venice from 1960 to 1992.

Along the trail, they have added several bike repair stations, benches made of recycled plastic, and information boards that include a map of the trail. Whether you decide to have a brief stroll along the trail or a long bike ride, you’re sure to see different types of wildlife, plants, and other beautiful sights that are otherwise hard to find in busy southwest Florida.

The Legacy Trail is a beautiful 12.5-mile-long walkway and bike path that began construction in 2004. In 2018, an extension that is currently under construction (likely until sometime in 2022) goes through the heart of Sarasota. The Legacy Trail begins in Venice at the historic train depot and runs along the old Seaboard Air Line Railway.

The first passenger coach traveled on the new railroad all the way back in 1911.  The Venice Train Depot itself opened on March 27, 1927, and now remains as a place for historic information and tours. It is also used as a regional transportation hub for Sarasota County Area Transit and is the main starting point of the Legacy Trail.

During World War II, the railroad was used to transport goods and for servicemen traveling to the Army Air Base in Venice. From 1932 to 1942 the railroad was also used by patients going to Dr. Albee’s Florida Medical Center. The famous Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus also used the railroad to travel to Venice from 1960 to 1992.

Along the trail, they have added several bike repair stations, benches made of recycled plastic, and information boards that include a map of the trail. Whether you decide to have a brief stroll along the trail or a long bike ride, you’re sure to see different types of wildlife, plants, and other beautiful sights that are otherwise hard to find in busy southwest Florida.

The Legacy Trail is a beautiful 12.5-mile-long walkway and bike path that began construction in 2004. In 2018, an extension that is currently under construction (likely until sometime in 2022) goes through the heart of Sarasota. The Legacy Trail begins in Venice at the historic train depot and runs along the old Seaboard Air Line Railway.

The first passenger coach traveled on the new railroad all the way back in 1911.  The Venice Train Depot itself opened on March 27, 1927, and now remains as a place for historic information and tours. It is also used as a regional transportation hub for Sarasota County Area Transit and is the main starting point of the Legacy Trail.

During World War II, the railroad was used to transport goods and for servicemen traveling to the Army Air Base in Venice. From 1932 to 1942 the railroad was also used by patients going to Dr. Albee’s Florida Medical Center. The famous Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus also used the railroad to travel to Venice from 1960 to 1992.

Along the trail, they have added several bike repair stations, benches made of recycled plastic, and information boards that include a map of the trail. Whether you decide to have a brief stroll along the trail or a long bike ride, you’re sure to see different types of wildlife, plants, and other beautiful sights that are otherwise hard to find in busy southwest Florida.

Hi! My name is Faith Burton,

I’m the photographer for Mast Drafting & Design. Photography, writing, & design are my biggest passions. In addition to creating these blog posts, I provide virtual 3D Home Tours created with Matterport cameras. This technology greatly assists our drafters and designers here at Mast to complete projects efficiently. We offer these virtual tours & photography services to real estate agents & homeowners listing properties, as well as contractors looking to advertise their work.

To book a service with us, visit the scheduling link below or simply give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!

Hi! My name is Faith Burton,

I’m the photographer for Mast Drafting & Design. Photography, writing, & design are my biggest passions. In addition to creating these blog posts, I provide virtual 3D Home Tours created with Matterport cameras. This technology greatly assists our drafters and designers here at Mast to complete projects efficiently. We offer these virtual tours & photography services to real estate agents & homeowners listing properties, as well as contractors looking to advertise their work.

To book a service with us, visit the scheduling link below or simply give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!

Hi! My name is Faith Burton,

I’m the photographer for Mast Drafting & Design. Photography, writing, & design are my biggest passions. In addition to creating these blog posts, I provide virtual 3D Home Tours created with Matterport cameras. This technology greatly assists our drafters and designers here at Mast to complete projects efficiently. We offer these virtual tours & photography services to real estate agents & homeowners listing properties, as well as contractors looking to advertise their work.

To book a service with us, visit the scheduling link below or simply give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!

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You can gather more information about us on Google too! Be sure to visit our listing for a detailed account of who we are and to learn more about us.

Mast Drafting & Design

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Sarasota, FL

Bradenton, FL

North Port, FL

Check us out in Google Maps

 

You can gather more information about us on Google too! Be sure to visit our listing for a detailed account of who we are and to learn more about us.

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CONTACT US

Mast Drafting & Design

 

Office:  (941) 342-7600

hello@mastdraft.com

3407 Magic Oak Ln, Sarasota, FL 34232

CONTACT US

Mast Drafting & Design

 

Office:  (941) 342-7600

hello@mastdraft.com

3407 Magic Oak Ln, Sarasota, FL 34232

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