Joan M. Durante Park protects wetlands and coastal hammock forest with nature paths, Sarasota Bay views, and a sustainable children's playground.

Joan M. Durante Park is a 32-acre restored wetland and coastal hammock park on Sarasota Bay. The gated Longboat Key property offers a quiet nature walk, native vegetation, bay views, and a sustainable children's playground.
5550 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, FL
The park is open from dawn to dusk and gates are locked at dusk. The pavilion is currently closed for repairs; check the official town page for updates.


Beach, trails, and water access at the south end of Lido
