This is a wonderful space just off the highway. There are nice sidewalks and a couple of nature…read moretrails to walk and run. There are two separate parking lots to access different sections of the park to start your workout or walk. It's a very cozy and charming place to walk and I will return.

All the kids love this place. There are things to climb on, make yourself dizzy with, and a zip…read moreline swing. A family I babysit for from out of town asked for park recommendations. This was on top of my list of recs. They loved it. The pics I was sent had the baby with pure joy all over her face. This was also my recommendation for the child's summer camp to take the kids. It was great for all the kids, they went three times last summer. 03.02.25

Watched July 3rd, 2026 fireworks here at Nathan Benderson Park. We parked by Foxtail Coffee for…read morefree, and walked over. They also had fees to park in parking lots starting at $30, but you still had to walk. The walk wasn't bad at all and luckily the rain finished and it wasn't as hot. We stayed at the part of the park before the bridge. It was a nice set up with a walking trail, grass, a few picnic tables, inside restrooms and a playground. Two or three food trucks. The other side of the park had more stuff along with the VIP area. Liked this side of the park since we could comfortably place our chairs down in the grass and be close enough to the bathrooms. The music was streamed from the other side. I didn't like it because it was orchestra and classical music the whole time. The fireworks were ok and you saw it on the distance not too far. But the music made it sleepy for me. This is just my reminder for next year. At least we had good parking, weather, seats, & clean restrooms. Line for them wasn't too bad.

its a lovely place to walk, although it needs better, more clear signage for its mile markers. It…read moreis 3.4 miles around the lake. But you dont know where the starting and ending points are. Shame there isnt more shade around the park. In hot days there is no escape from the sun.

Love this park even more. Decided to come here at night, and it was a good choice. There are lights…read moreat night so you can walk which was perfect so we can walk our pup. We also went by the lounge chairs closer to the bay. It was so comfy at night to sit here. We fell asleep since it was so relaxing. The park is so cute with whimsical birds as part of the playground. A huge grassy area for walking was nice and comfy too. We brought a snack to eat at the tables and our pup had his dinner too. This was def a great choice! Parking was street parking and it was free.

This is still a developing park set on 53 acres along Sarasota's beautiful waterfront. There is a…read morepromenade, Ibis playground, mango bayou, sunset deck & cultural venues scheduled. Free kayak tours & outdoor movies under the stars are presented here. There are: Bicycle Trails, Canoe Launch, Equipment/Facility Rental, Hiking Trails, Picnic Facilities, a restaurant In the park, clean stocked restrooms and wildlife / bird watching. The conservatory is free, pet & family, friendly and accessible for the handicapped.

Love bird key park. It's on the smaller size but that's what makes it so nice! There's a walkable…read morearea into the water, wide sidewalk, greenery, water fountains, parking lot, and a shaded large picnic table. So perfect for anyone looking to park and walk the bridge or to enjoy the scenery without being overcrowded.

Every time we visit Sarasota, we love to turn off the Ringling Bridge and park at Bird Key Park and…read morewalk around looking at the water, the birds, the trees, and the Ringling Bridge. There is a nice paved walkway to the bridge. The tourists and locals love to walk down there and just hang out under the bridge. The views are great!! There are benches along the way to rest. The park is well taken care of and very popular with ealkets and runners and fishermen.. The parking is along the waterfront with a lot of parking spaces. You can walk your dogs as long as you clean up after them. We usually go there in the morning and again in the evening. Beautiful photo ops also.

Cute little community park! Has benches on the trail and a picnic table! You can also see some…read morewildlife

James L. Patton community park is a cute little area nestled inside of Lakewood Ranch…read more There's a gorgeous wooden bridge that has a waterway under it filled with blooming water lilies, and a winding cement path great for walking or jogging. This is one of the nicest parks in LWR. Not to mention there is a play area for children and restrooms open to the public.

Morning Adventures at Ashton Park We started our day bright…read moreand early with breakfast at Chick-fil-A, always a hit with the kids! Afterward, they were eager to head over to Ashton Park, one of their favorite spots, especially for the zip line. The park sits right next to the Legacy Bike Trail. We spent a little over an hour enjoying the playground and I have to say, the artificial grass instead of mulch was a big plus! No itchy bits or messy shoes. The playground is well-designed with something for every age: swings, a jungle gym, high slides, and plenty of space to run and climb. A great way to burn energy and start the day on a high note!

Lovely little park with a jungle gym, some free space and a nice sized large & small dog parks. Or…read morejust great for an afternoon stroll on the walking trail that goes around the perimeter.

This is the best dog park around! Great large dog area and perfect small dog area. Always use to…read moretake our Pomeranian because there was always a lot of friendly dogs when we went

Ball fields, sand volleyball courts, covered basketball court, nifty playground with good variety…read moreof equipment especially some more advanced climbing features. Baseball fields. Picnic tables. Water fountain. Summer Camp. Community garden. This park has it all!!! Even a giant passion fruit vine. This is where my daughter held her forst lizard. Don't make me cry.. Come down and play some beach volleyball. Or picnic. Don't forgrt some bug spray. Not the ritziest of areas, but very nice park. I think most Florida parks woukd benefit from more native plant landscaping. The butterflies and birds will thank us.

This park is nestled in a residential neighborhood in the Bee Ridge area. There is a child's…read moreplayground has a variety of play structures including for little children and toddlers (the Kompari brand equipment) all the way up to older children as there is a climbing structure. There are also swings and a basketball court. There are several picnic tables to hang out at as well as a baseball field adjacent. The park is clean and there are garbage receptacles throughout. On my visits the visitors to the park were respectful and there was no disorderly conduct. There is ample parking and there are garbage and restroom facilities on the premises.