This is a very nice neighborhood park in Margate. The park dates back to the 1950's when the City…read moreof Margate was incorporated. It is one of the original parks in the city. It served as a recreational hub and it was the site of many athletic events and civic organizations in the developing city. Today David Park is the home of the Catherine Young Library, Northwest Focal Point Senior Center, Charles and Carol Katz Community Center, The Leonard Weisinger Community Center, Park and Recreations administrative offices, and the George Mudd playground. The park holds many youth and senior programs and has been the site of the Margate Fourth of July celebration for the last 30 years. The playground portion of the park is named for former city manager George Mudd. It received a recent renovation paid for by the Margate Community Redevelopment Agency. The playground was renovated, the parking lot was expanded and a new picnic shelter, security lights and sidewalks were installed. The playground floor is rubber which makes it ADA accessible. There are also some ADA play structures like the swings. The playground has a toddler area and one for older children. There is some interesting play equipment that allows the kids to climb, spin around, and practice their balance. Best of all, the playground and surrounding benches have shade covers to protect everyone from the Florida sun. In addition to the playground there is a drink machine and picnic pavilion with tables. Restrooms are available in the community center. This is a very popular place to take the kids in Margate to play.

Terramar Park is an athletic park located in Parkland. It was named for the Terramar community of…read moreParkland which features single family homes and town homes in the neighborhoods of Carriage Homes, Mill Run, and Whittier Oaks. It is one of the city's two major parks. The park recently received a number of improvements including making their athletic fields regulation sized and adding a brand new play ground with ADA accessible equipment and a rubber ground surface. The new playground was built at a cost of $508,550 and features two play areas with a green and blue camouflage theme, one for ages two to five and another for ages five to 12. Other park amenities include barbecue grills, open play area, picnic pavilions, pickleball courts, restrooms, tennis courts, basketball court, and exercise trails. Many of Parklands city baseball, soccer, tennis league, and lacrosse programs are held in the park. While this large park is perfect for sports, it can be enjoyed by anyone who wants to take the kids to play or who enjoys outdoor recreation and exercise.

This was our first time at this park for a birthday party. It was absolutely beautiful outside. The…read moreshaded areas for the playground are wonderful for the Florida sun. They have multiple options for older kids and younger kids. My kids especially loved the rollie slide and the merry-go-round. All in all a beautiful park with baseball fields and soccer fields as well. Easy access to the bathrooms which is key for young kids with small bladders (and moms too). The bathrooms were clean and well kept with beautiful tile for an outdoor public restroom. Hoping to have more birthday parties here in the future.

Huizenga Park (named after the former owner of the Miami Dolphins) is a 2 acre greenspace park in…read morethe Los Olas neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, sitting near the banks of the New River and RiverWalk. I had a chance to visit while staying at the hotel across the street, and really admired the recent renovations done to it by the city. The plot was formerly a waterfront parking lot, converted into a park (originally named DDA Park) in the late 1990's, to be a gathering place near the RiverWalk. It was renamed to it's current name in 2003. A new year $15 million overhaul was completed in January of 2026, adding large sitting areas, modern playground, dog park, 24/7 security, basketball courts, and indoor modern indoor restroom facilities in a pavilion. There was also a food truck there, which I took advantage of. It really is a beautiful, public park that the city of Fort Lauderdale should really be proud of.

Huizenga Park was such a pleasant surprise. We stopped by after a sports event and ended up really…read moreenjoying this peaceful little spot by the water. The park feels very new, clean, and well-maintained. There are refreshing fountains throughout the area, which make it especially nice on a warm Florida day. I was also impressed by how clean the restrooms were -- there was even an attendant inside, which you honestly don't see often in public parks. There's a fully fenced dog park with water fountains for dogs, comfortable benches overlooking the bay, and plenty of modern design details that make the whole space feel stylish and thoughtfully planned. There's also a cute food trailer on site that looks brand new, plus a beautiful large fountain and several interesting art installations around the park. The only downside is that there isn't much shade yet since most of the trees are newly planted, so it can get pretty hot during the day. Also, just before the bridge near the park, there's a beautiful restaurant that caught my attention with its stunning Greek-inspired design -- definitely on my list to visit next time. Overall, such a lovely hidden spot for a quiet walk, relaxing by the water, or just taking a break from the city.

Very nice playground for kids of all ages Nicely shaded,…read moreclean and with picnic tables and or chairs. Soft fake grass Plenty of parking spaces, other sports fields and restrooms nearby

I highly recommend this park, it has a lot of benches to sit and a lot of shade. This park is well…read morelit and it closes late. This park has a basketball court, soccer field, baseball field, and pickle ball park. I love this park it is very clean. They have restroom through out the park.

For earth day and for a milestone review, this is the park I chose to go to. We were not far away…read moreand I was curious to explore the area. I could easily live in this park. You'd never know it was here -- right along the intracoastal waterway -- unless you lived in this neighborhood. It's not the easiest to find as it's set back amongst the expensive homes, boats, marinas, and winding streets of Lighthouse Point. But it's well worth a trip to find it. There's not that much man made entertainment here -- no bbq grills or tennis courts or basketball nets or swing sets. What it does have is natural beauty and spectacular water views. There's a paved path to the middle and around the edge as well as some sandy paths. There are several spaces to park your car just outside the fence. Inside the fence is a bike rack. To the left of the entrance is the butterfly garden. And yes, we did see some colorful orange butterflies when we went -- but they were too fast (or shy?) for pictures. There are flowers -- yellow ones (sorry I don't know their name) and a number of green ones planted to attract the flying beauties. To the right of the entrance is a lovely large white Jasmine flowering bush. Heavenly scented. Inside the park are wide green expanses under the trees and several tented pavilions where you can rest and read or just contemplate nature. There is a bat house on a tall pole -- the bats eat mosquitos and are encouraged to visit, but I doubt there's one in residence. There was an empty bird house high up on a tree, too. There is an exercise area with instructions telling you what to do. But no one was using it. There's a sandy area with many coconut palms (and coconuts on the ground) and sea grape bushes that lead right down along the water. You could even dip a toe in if you're adventurous -- or just pull up a towel and sun bathe. In any case, along the water you get to see all the sail and speed boats passing by. And hear a soft lap as the water meets the shore. Such a nice respite from the hubbub noise of civilization. It was a welcome quiet space to rest and relax -- to get away and enjoy Mother Nature. So, come here -- and make every day Earth Day!

A beautiful and tranquil waterfront park set alongside the Intracoastal. Gentle lapping waves are…read moreonly interrupted by the passing boats. Lots of places to choose a quiet spot to chill out and enjoy the foliage.

Located between State Rd 7 and I-95, West Ken-Lark was a census-designated place in central Broward…read moreCounty. In 2005 the neighborhoods of St. George and West Ken Lark agreed to be annexed by Lauderhill. The neighborhood is under the West Ken Lark Home Owners Association. West Ken Lark Park is across the street from Larkdale Elementary School and serves as an anchor for the working class community. Park amenities include covered basketball courts, benches, bleachers, gym, fitness stations, football field, meeting room, pavilion, covered playground, restroom, water fountain, and walking/jogging path. Like all of the parks in Lauderhill it is completely fenced. The park recently received $350,000 of upgrades including an enlarged community center with a new roof, improvements to the parking lot and walk away, and new bathrooms. This park is a true community park. The city uses it to stage a lot of outreach programs. These include a football league, feeding children during the summer, fitness classes, Move with the Mayor, and school backpack giveaways just to name a view. Look on the city website for more details. I love how this park helps the community to connect to each other and useful services that make it an even better place to live.

Located at the end of Sample Road on the edge of the Everglades this massive 180 acre park is the…read morebest in Coral Springs. Located in the park is the Coral Springs Aquatic Complex which has 4 swimming pools, a kiddie water playground, swim shop, 9, 7.5 and 10-Meter dive platforms and fitness center. Classes and clubs meet here and the pool can be rented for private events. Olympic gold medalist, Dara Torres trained here. Also in the park is the award winning Tennis Center of Coral Springs which has 12 green har-tru courts. Membership is required to play here and participate in the programs and camps. My favorite part of the park is the Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital, a not-for-profit organization that rescues injured or orphaned wildlife. they provide the public with education about South Florida's wildlife and environment while rescuing and rehabilitating over 700 animals a year. They offer a a yearly Earth Day festival, summer wildlife camp, and programs for school groups. The Dr. Steven G. Paul Dog Park was built in honor of Dr. Steven G. Paul who dedicated his life to animals and creating this park for the community. Dr. Paul was a veterinary graduate of Ohio State University. He ran two veterinary hospitals and gave public lectures on pet care, wrote newspaper and magazine columns, and appeared on local television to give pet tips. Dr. Paul attended veterinary conference in Massachusetts in 1992 and saw a dog park in Boston Commons. He loved the idea of dogs playing freely and decided to bring the idea back to South Florida. The dog park was built in the mids 90's in the Coral Springs Sportsplex. New agility equipment and water stations have been added for the dogs and there are benches and shade areas for the people. The Florida Panthers Ice Den where the NHL Panther practice and the public can ice skate. They have a pro shop and ice hockey leagues and figure skating practice. The Coral Springs Sportsplex Park also has the Rotary Community Garden, picnic tables, public art, sports fields, a playground, and a walking/jogging trail. I have been here many times through the years to bring injured wildlife to the Sawgrass Nature Hospital, to take my daughter ice skating, with camp groups to use the pool, and with my Jack Russell Sunny to play at the dog park. I have a lot of great memories here. I can't think of another park in the area that has so much to appeal to so many.

Definitely a great place to watch your kids play sports. It's not huge, but there is a full size…read morefootball field which they divide into sections for the littles to play their various sports. There is one baseball field and 2 dug outs. The only benches are at the baseball field. Also Bball courts! There is a snack bar area but I've never seen it open. They have restrooms though! Bring your own chair if you want to sit next to the field, or there is a Pavilion near all of the fields that is covered and has benches. I like that there is a play area for the kids. It's next to the pavilion so you can still watch your kid play on the field while your other is playing in the park area. - Except for baseball. Baseball is a little too separated to watch kid play baseball and other kid play at the park. It's near a nature center and right off the sawgrass. I definitely wouldn't shy away from participating in an event here or renting the pavilion for a bday party. 2 places to park! I like to park at the dog park, but there is dedicated parking for the sportsplex. I like the dog park is across the street and you enter the park almost in the middle vs parking waaaaay down at the end in the parking lot.

Loved walking this path and looking over Coral Springs. The views were gorgeous. Never knew this…read moreexisted.

In this park you will find what or must be the only hill in Coral Springs! Tucked in off of Coral…read moreRidge dr and 82nd st. Pets aren't allowed. It is a nice park to come for a peaceful walk that will give you more of an incline workout than just a flat walk. Very beautiful and tranquil. It feels isolated even though it's in the middle of the city. There are waterways about and also places to sit. I am not sure if picnics are allowed, but it would be a really nice spot! From the side I came in from, there isn't very much parking, I am not sure if this is the only entrance or if there are others with more parking. Great park though.