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Pocono Trail Preserve

189 Pocono Trail
Nokomis, FL 34285

Sarasota County Call Center (Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm)
941-861-5000

  • Pocono Trail Preserve
  • Pocono Trail Preserve
  • Pocono Trail Preserve

Admission Fee

Free

Hours

7:30 AM – 8 PM April through October; 7:30 AM – 6 PM November through March

Optimal Time

Year round, however ideal conditions are from November – May

Amenities

Short walking/hiking trails, picnic tables, park benches, limited parking, bike rack

History

This 8.2 acre preserve, purchased in 2002 through the Environmentally Sensitive Lands Protection Program, share the same name as the street where it is located. The name has historical significance as it was named by Dr. Fred Albee, an early settler of Nokomis.

Habitats

maritime hammock, tidal swamp and scrubby flatwoods

Acreage

8.2 acres

Watershed

Dona Bay

Who Owns and Maintains

Owned and maintained by Sarasota County

Website

www.scgov.net

SCAT Bus stop and route

Route 17 on Tamiami Trail

Enjoy Siesta's "sugar" white sandy beach overlooking the Gulf