Ken Thompson Park
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Underrated park on Lido Key. To get there head north from Lido to Longboat Key. You will come to a traffic light, turn right onto Ken Thompson Parkway. Go till it dead ends at Sarasota Bay. Has a small playground, clean restroom, picnic tables, and a few grills. Plenty of parking. Nice place to take dogs as there is a large grassy area and some trails. The beach, if you call it that, is full of ugly sea shells….however you can definitely swim there (but wear some water shoes).
Brian W.Brian W.
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Beautiful view and lots of playground equipment, although it is spread out in three areas. Also adult exercise facilities. Great swimming area for kids too. Shallow and calm. Water shoes recommended since it is a lagoon. Nature boardwalk also well-kept.
James Williamson GuyerJames Williamson Guyer
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My Favorite Banyan 🌳 Tree! lovely park ❤️ Plenty of paved sidewalks and beautiful views of the Ocean! Great spot to watch the 🌅 Sunrise!! People do bring their dogs, but most are not leashed🙄
Sheryl Anne Flint (Swirl)Sheryl Anne Flint (Swirl)
10
Beautiful waterfront park. Nice walking trails and a nice playground. Beautiful view of downtown Sarasota from the other side of the Bay!
John MayJohn May
30
Had an awesome morning at Ken Thompson Park walking our dogs. On the way out we met this fella by the boat ramp!
Jim PeakeJim Peake
30
The boardwalk in the mangroves is absolutely fantastic. Nice little park to walk around or eat lunch.
Orion MaierOrion Maier
10
Nearby Attractions Of Ken Thompson Park
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
Save Our Seabirds
Quick Point Nature Preserve

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
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Save Our Seabirds
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Quick Point Nature Preserve
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Nearby Restaurants Of Ken Thompson Park
The Old Salty Dog
New Pass Grill & Bait Shop
Chart House

The Old Salty Dog
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New Pass Grill & Bait Shop
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Chart House
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1700 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34236
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attractions: Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, Save Our Seabirds, Quick Point Nature Preserve, restaurants: The Old Salty Dog, New Pass Grill & Bait Shop, Chart House
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