Nokomis Beach |
| Thursday, August 28, 2008 |
Sarasota County Beach Park |
| Location | - | Less than a mile north of Downtown Venice |
| Features | - | Beach Area, Bayside Boat Ramp, Playgrounds, Picnic Shelters, Watersports, Sunsets |
| Area Activities | - | Swimming, Boating, Fishing, Walking, Biking, Rollerblading |
| Parking | - | Free Parking |
| Kid Friendly | - | Yes |
| Map It | - | Detailed Map & Directions |
| Address | - | 901 Casey Key Road, Nokomis Florida 34275 |
| Phone | - | 941-861-7275 |
| Extras | - | Near North Jetty Park |
| Conditions Now | - |
 Partly Cloudy, and 90° |
Nokomis Beach
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| Perfect for a nice beach day, relaxing and quiet, enjoy the view of shorebirds, sea grapes, and the waves. With no high rises, Nokomis Beach is pure old fashion Florida coastline. |
It is time to visit a special beach area, one with lots of nature and a wide sandy beach. Yes...it is Nokomis Beach, known for the area's natural beauty, the miles of wide waterways that dominate the environment, uncrowded beaches, and its small-town charm.
This beach park includes both the Gulf-side beach zone, but also a Bayside playground and nature area. Located about thirty minutes south of Downtown Sarasota, Nokomis Beach Park is surrounded by water, with Lyons Bay and the intercoastal waterways to the east and the clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico to the west.
Getting Around
Walking and Biking
Nokomis Beach is a great spot to get some exercise with long walks along the shore and biking around this adorable beach town. Our favorite walk is to start at the Beach and head south, to take in the sights at North Jetty Park. There is plenty of activity here, plus a lot of neat boat traffic cruising in and out of the Pass. From here, you can cross over Casey Key Road, and return back to the north, along the Bay. There are nature areas, seawalls, and sidewalks that take you back up the intercoastal waterway and to your starting point.
The biking is great all over, including up Albee Road and around the quaint streets of the small, historic town of Nokomis. The back streets with waterfront real estate and unique condominiums are fun to check out. As you bike around you will get a sense of community that creates the pleasing ambience which defines the personality of Nokomis Florida.
Just Around the Corner
Downtown Venice
Just over the bridge to the south is Nokomis' sister community, Venice. It is a small beach town surrounded by waterways, accessed by three bridges. You will find this to be a friendly and warm community. The Downtown Venice District has unique shopping, art, and dining options. The pace is leisurely here, and the people are very friendly, as Floridians and Snow Birds alike mingle in the warm Florida sun.
More Info
The beach is open daily, with a lifeguard on-duty during the core parts of the day. If you need more information, visit scgov.net or call 941-861-7275.
