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229 parks across Broward — what each one is, what to expect and the official park page. First 8 are free.

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Anne Kolb Nature Center

Hollywood · Nature/Preserve • Trail/Walking

NatureWalkDate IdeaPaddle/FishQuiet Escape

Quick take

When it opened in 1996 after years of planning and development, this 1,501-acre nature center became the largest in our park system, a coastal mangrove wetland rich in plant and animal life, including some threatened and endangered species.

Expect: Nature trails • Walking paths • Fishing • Wildlife

Good for: Walking • Couples • Nature days • Anglers & paddlers

LMGT vibe: Slow Down & Explore

751 Sheridan St., Hollywood, FL 33019

Official park info → Directions

Source: Broward County Parks & Recreation

C.B. Smith Park

Pembroke Pines · Regional Park • Sports/Recreation • Family Park

WalkFamilyDate IdeaPicnicWater Fun

Quick take

One of the system’s most diverse sites offers a sprawling water park with four 50-foot-tall waterslides and a lazy river, a large campground, AllGolf – a family golfing center, a tennis complex, and one of our largest special event areas, with a capacity of up to 22,500.

Expect: Walking paths • Playground • Swimming • Picnic areas • Picnic shelters

Good for: Walking • Families • Pick-up games • Picnics

LMGT vibe: Get On The Water

900 N Flamingo Rd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33028

Official park info → Directions

Source: Broward County Parks & Recreation

Fern Forest Nature Center

Coconut Creek · Nature/Preserve • Trail/Walking

NatureWalkDate IdeaPicnicQuiet Escape

Quick take

True to its name, this urban oasis is home to more than 30 varieties of ferns, as well as an array of nature programming that delves into the 10 plant communities identified within its boundaries.

Expect: Nature trails • Walking paths • Picnic areas • Picnic shelters

Good for: Walking • Couples • Nature days • Picnics

LMGT vibe: Slow Down & Explore

201 Lyons Rd. South, Coconut Creek, FL 33063

Official park info → Directions

Source: Broward County Parks & Recreation

Hollywood North Beach Park

Hollywood · Beach/Waterfront

WalkDate IdeaPicnicBeachPaddle/Fish

Quick take

Access to the Atlantic on one side and the Intracoastal Waterway on the other distinguishes this park, which also offers historic Carpenter House to rent for small private events.

Expect: Beach access • Walking paths • Picnic areas • Picnic shelters • Fishing

Good for: Walking • Couples • Picnics • Anglers & paddlers

LMGT vibe: Salt Air & Sunshine

3601 N. Ocean Dr., Hollywood, FL 33019

Official park info → Directions

Source: Broward County Parks & Recreation

Markham Park & Target Range

Sunrise · Regional Park • Dog Park • Sports/Recreation • Family Park

NatureWalkFamilyDate IdeaPicnic

Quick take

A regional park in Sunrise with nature trails, walking paths, playground, picnic areas. Managed by Broward County Parks & Recreation — check the official park page for current hours, rules and facility details.

Expect: Nature trails • Walking paths • Playground • Picnic areas • Picnic shelters

Good for: Walking • Families • Pick-up games • Dog owners

LMGT vibe: Get On The Water

16001 W. State Rd. 84, Sunrise, FL 33326

Official park info → Directions

Source: Broward County Parks & Recreation

Quiet Waters Park

Deerfield Beach · Regional Park • Dog Park • Sports/Recreation • Family Park

NatureWalkFamilyDate IdeaPicnic

Quick take

Amenities at this large park range from the unique Rent-a-Tent/Tepee Campground to Ski Rixen USA cable water-skiing to seven miles of mountain bike trails, along with Splash Adventure water park and Woofing Waters Dog Park & Marina, both of which are open seasonally.

Expect: Nature trails • Walking paths • Playground • Swimming • Picnic areas

Good for: Walking • Families • Pick-up games • Dog owners

LMGT vibe: Get On The Water

401 S. Powerline Rd.,Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Official park info → Directions

Source: Broward County Parks & Recreation

Secret Woods Nature Center

Dania Beach · Nature/Preserve • Trail/Walking

NatureWalkDate IdeaQuiet EscapeHidden Gem

Quick take

Nature is the emphasis at this small park along the New River – nature trails, a nature exhibit hall, and a full schedule of nature-oriented programming.

Expect: Nature trails • Walking paths

Good for: Walking • Couples • Nature days

LMGT vibe: Slow Down & Explore

2701 W. State Rd. 84, Dania Beach, FL 33312

Official park info → Directions

Source: Broward County Parks & Recreation

Tree Tops Park

Davie · Regional Park • Family Park • Trail/Walking

NatureWalkFamilyPicnicPaddle/Fish

Quick take

A boardwalk through 23 acres of restored freshwater marsh, nature trails, and an equestrian center are amenities at this park, which sits on 243 acres once slated for development as a golf community.

Expect: Nature trails • Walking paths • Playground • Picnic areas • Picnic shelters

Good for: Walking • Families • Picnics • Anglers & paddlers

LMGT vibe: Let The Kids Run

3900 S.W. 100th Ave., 33328

Official park info → Directions

Source: Broward County Parks & Recreation

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229 Broward parks, built one park at a time

We went city by city through Broward County — county parks, city parks, nature centres, preserves, beach and waterfront parks, trails, sports complexes and dog parks — and wrote every entry from the official county or city park page. The first 8 parks above are free to read for everybody. The rest of the guide opens with a free account.

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Park details are compiled from official Broward County Parks & Recreation park pages. Hours, fees and amenities can change — always check the official park page before you go.