Nokomis Community Park

"Family friendly park"

This wonderful park is located south of Sarasota and north of Venice.  If you are in the area, you'll be glad that you found it.  There's a nice shady area near the covered playground and lots of places to relax as well as a short fishing pier, a community center, tennis courts, covered outdoor basketball courts, and a community center which can be rented for private parties.  This park is also the starting point for the Legacy Trail which is great for bike riding.  There's a half mile shelled-path with fitness stations scattered along if you are up for a quick workout.