Cute park to walk around, not very big so can walk it a few times if you'd like. If you have kids…read morethey have a playground. Was also nice to see that they have a fitness trail. No hoboes or homeless people when I went here, I would go again.

Very Florida walk. Dog was happy too. Lots of parking and some hidden trails…read more Although you can still hear the traffic noice it will remind you of all the Florida woods from childhood. Check it out

I love Payne Park…read more I do NOT like too many of the people that use it. Recently, the number of unsupervised kids that are riding their bikes, scooters, and electric do dads are inconsiderate with their use of the sidewalks, their total lack of attention to their surroundings and other people. These kids need more adult supervision and parents need to take more time teaching them manners. I also am taking exception to the growing number of pet owners that think THEIR dogs don't need to be properly trained, leashed, or picked up after. The 5 O'Clock group of owners that let their dogs off theie leads and let them just take over a section of the park is non-sense. Read the signs. That is not acceptable. On several occasions, while just walking I have been run up on by dogs showing their teeth. I stop, sayd nice doggy and then move on. But some day, if I do get bit by one of these unruly monsters, their entiled owners will owe me money they haven't even made yet. I would like to see more of a park police presence for a while to get the kids and dog owners back to being decent people. And to the people that are feeding the ducks and squirrels, STOP. Read the signs. You aren't doing the wildlife any favors by feeding them and you aren't doing the other people that use the park any favors either. Payne Park is beautiful; a great place to enjoy the out of doors and the wonderful weather in Sarasota. Kids and Pet owners don't have the right to ruin the experience for everyone else. Oh, and teenagers, we know you are smoking pot there. Move away from the popular walking areas. Your weed smell like skunk butt.

4 stars because the bathrooms are closed currently due to a leak . But other than that this is a…read moresuper cute place to go to and bring your toddler. This park has a variety of activities / slides , tjings to climb oh and there's a skate park on the other side. Plus the trails are nice walking here.

Nice park, grandson loved it, had some hiking trails also that were nearby and nice. Had enough…read morestuff to keep the grandson busy for an hour.

Park is simple and well kept with areas for toddlers and older children. Bathrooms are maintained…read moreand have seen workers cleaning them and maintaining the pavilion area.

This is a very nice park with activities for young and old alike. There is green space and a…read moreboardwalk/nature trails and there is a link up to the Legacy Trail. We enjoyed walking the trails and the water feature overlooks. There are also tennis courts and a playground and a community center is located here as well. The playground is shaded and has play structures and equipment for children of all ages. There are several picnic tables and benches in this area as well. The ground is covered with wood chips for impact protection. DD really enjoyed running around and using all the equipment on our most recent visit. Located just off S. Tamiami Trail/ 41 this park is easily accessible. Visiting this park is a nice way to spend a morning or afternoon.

They've added covers to ALL the equipment! No longer do you have to suffer the heat because the…read moretents keep the playground equipment nice and cool! Highly recommended park, bathrooms and water fountain available, nearby parking.

Great playground for toddlers through middle school. Lots of space for many kids and some swings…read morefor babies (two) and school aged kids (two). Nice su sail shade for hot weather. Maintained fairly and newer equipment. Exercise park attached. Dog park and pickleball courts next door. Soccer field and skate park adjacent. Nice seats and picnic table. Easy free parking parallel to playground.

Great fenced-in playground with swings and a fun slide. Well-maintained. Easy parking. Dog park and…read morepickleball nearby.

The Ashton Trailhead of the Legacy Trail is a welcome addition to the area. This facility has a…read morerestroom building, shaded picnic tables, a bike repair station, a playground, various seating areas, a water bubbler (who knows what this is?), and parking. We enjoy playing at the playground and entering the Legacy Trail from this trailhead. The grounds are well maintained and it is nice to see people utilizing what is offered. My toddler is crazy about the playground equipment, especially the climbing equipment, and loves the really fun "zip line" feature. The playground has lots of shade which is appreciated and ground is covered in astro turf.

Love this park! It gets busy in the evenings and sometimes too crowded. However, what I especially…read morelove about this park is that my kids who are 9 years apart all have something they enjoy playing with there and a few items they can even play with all together. Bathrooms are always clean when they're unlocked in my experience.

Great park. The playground is full of places for everyone to climb, slide, run, or kick or throw a…read moreball around. Kids were riding bikes and skating around as well. We enjoyed walking the path around the park. The splash pad will be popular when the weather is warmer. Tonight with it 56° outside, not so much. Did that stop us from grabbing a cold treat from the ice cream truck? Absolutely not. The one down fall I see is the location of the stage. If there is entertainment happening on the stage at or around sunset, there will not be anything to block the sun blinding those on stage but the glasses they could possibly be wearing. 21.03.2025

Loved this park on Saturday!!!!…read more Big shaded pavilion with massive fans. I saw a family setup their own table and was so impressed!!!!! There were 4 picnic tables + tons of room for kiddos to run by the splash pad, and a next-level playground my toddler can't wait to try when it's not blazing hot. Main parking lot is small, but there's overflow close by. Clean bathrooms and the whole place is really well maintained. Bonus: coffee truck up front--bring more food trucks and it's perfection. Highly recommend!

If you have kids this is the park for you, they have hockey court, basketball court, soccer field,…read moreplayground, bathrooms, restrooms, and dog area for dog if you have one also. I don't have kids but I feel like this place is nice, I enjoyed walking the white pavement.