Joan M Durante Community Park

"Delightful shady boardwalk and quiet bay views; many dog walkers (leashed dogs). Good parking; playground is very nice"

"These kids truly enjoyed walking through the mangroves and reading the park provided map, which in truth is the best map we have gotten in any of our travels to any parks. (We have visited many, many of them in many states) This park can be described as magical and kept very nicely as it is clean and terribly charming. If you are looking for beautiful views of the bay and a quiet place to get away from the busy beaches...this is it! Dogs are welcome if leashed and you clean up after them. There are even bathrooms and small pavilions to rest. We highly recommend a stop to walk or have a picnic!"

"I would have given it 5 stars but a couple paths were blocked for renovation. Beautiful nature trails through mangrove with great views of Sarasota Bay. Walked for about an hour never repeating any trail."

"Middle of Longboard Key a wonderful walk under the mangroves along the Sarasota bay. Plenty of shade with spectacular views within the mangroves and lookout onto the bay. Well maintained. Kid and dog friendly."

"A beautiful park to come bring kids or pets. A beautiful walking trail with great views of the water. Amazing views of some Florida trees as well. Nice and quiet as well if you are looking for escaping the craziness of beaches and tourist areas in Sarasota. If you are up for it you can bike to this park, but the trail is more for walking than biking."