Bobby Jones Nature Trails

1000 Circus Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34232 [email protected]

The Nature Park at Bobby Jones encompasses 90 acres on the eastern portion of the property and features crushed shell and decommissioned golf cart paths repurposed into walking/bicycling trails around the newly created wetlands teeming with wildlife. The 1.57 mile Eagle Trail is the primary path with three offshoots: Prairie Trail (.4 mile), Hammock Trail (.12 mile) and Osprey Trail (.07 mile). Access to the trails is adjacent to the driving range.

The nature park is free and open to the public daily from dawn to dusk. The park will be closed when the golf course is closed.

Amenities

Beaches & Parks Details

Bicycle Trails
Hiking Trails
Restrooms
Wildlife/Bird Watching

General Info

Family-Friendly
Handicapped Accessible
Pet-Friendly

Sports Facilities Amenities

Describe the facility:
STARTING MAY 10 - July 4, 2021
FACILITY WILL BE CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS

Gates open at 6 am for walking, running, bicycling, photography, and wildlife observation. Gates will be locked promptly at 6 pm.

All paths and restrooms on the American & British Courses will be available. Water stations will not be present at this time so please bring your own water or purchase drinks from the on-site restaurant. Course Rangers will be monitoring the paths and golf course.

Prohibited activities include fishing, golfing, motorized vehicles, picnicking, pick-up sports, drones, and kite flying. All guests are welcome to enjoy the trails at no cost at their own risk.

When visiting please follow CDC Guidelines such as social distancing, limit large gatherings (no more than 10 people) and staying at home if you are sick. For more details about CDC Guidelines visit: https://www.cdc.gov/
Facility Operated By -:
City of Sarasota Parks and Recreation District
Handicap Accessible/ADA Compliant
Parking Spaces Available -:
Yes