Free parking! Nice small beach. One life guard. Not too crowded on a Monday in April. Parking lot…read morewas pretty full but there was about 5 empty spots at 10am and 3 empty spots at 2pm. Nice shaded paved walkway to beach that looks like a jungle. Shaded bbq area as well. Bathrooms, and a jungle gym. Outdoor shower. I don't think there is a place to rent beach chairs, I think you have to bring your own. Water was super calm, more calm in mid day. And very shallow. Mostly older people and less kids. But it's actually good for kids because you can go out pretty far and still be at your waist. Some places even knees far out. It was just peaceful and nice. If you want a quiet day at the beach this is it! And it's free. I saw a small school of fish further out and also some type of bottom feeder fish. Very clean beach too, free of garbage. I did find one floating wrapper and I picked it up. Lots of sea shells around that are pretty.

It was a quiet and beautiful morning at the beach. There were many protected sea turtle nests. A…read morelarge group set up a big awning and were having boat, surfboard, kayak, and swim races. There were piles and piles of Sargassum seaweed that they are trying to rake and remove, but not fast enough. Gulfstream Park has free parking, clean restrooms, a lifeguard on duty, water fountains, showers as well as picnic tables under huge shady sea grapes. The water was warm unfortunately it wasn't that clean. There was no under toe, the water was very calm and it felt like I was in the gulf. Dogs are not permitted on the beach, but there was a man with a cockatoo on his shoulder. Signs were posted regarding feral cats and warnings not to abandon pets here. It was a little bit of a walk from the parking lot down a few steps onto the beach.

I absolutely love Wakodahatchee Wetlands! It's such a beautiful place for a nice walk and it's…read moreright near my house in Boynton Beach. I first went with my boyfriend and enjoyed it so much that we went back with his mom too! There are always so many birds, turtles, and other wildlife to see, including alligators! I see a new bird almost every time I go. The scenery is beautiful, and the water is especially stunning at sunset. It's such a peaceful and fun place to visit, especially on a cool winter day. The nature on its own is a must-see. Definitely recommend!

Calling all bird enthusiasts! This is a really beautiful place to get out in nature. We came here…read morewhile on a trip to visit family on our last day in Delray Beach. We came during nesting season and the nesting is an understatement. There were so many birds with their babies I lost count of how many nests we saw. We also saw a bunch of iguanas, something you don't see much of where I'm from. Definitely a place we'll come back to next time we're in town.

This was a very fun random find in Hypoluxo. Just westbound off Hypoluxo Rd from a Dollar General…read moreand a Winn Dixie, we spotted a park which triggered our curiosity after hitting up the beach. The main portion has a boardwalk with two lookout towers. Behind the boardwalk is a fenced in walking trail with a gazebo at the halfwayish point. This was a nice hike in exploring preserved land.

I'm on the fence about this place. The tower to walk up was spacious , however not stroller…read morefriendly after the first level, which was a huge bummer! We went mid November and the scenery wasn't the best considering it's been dry and hot outside. We did see a few gopher turtles and a ton of spiders ‍ I couldn't find the trail until after coming home and going back through the photos to configure the direction to go down. Not too many parking spaces, but I don't think that is a dealbreaker considering it's more of an observation area. My son walked to the top to grab a few photos since I couldn't get his sleeping sister up there in the stroller.

This place is an absolute gem in Palm Beach County -- a stunning 1.5-mile boardwalk winding through…read more100 acres of constructed wetlands, and every step of the way there is something to take in. Informational plaques are posted throughout, making it easy to learn about the native trees and bird species you encounter along the walk. The boardwalk is also stroller and wheelchair friendly, so it truly is a place for everyone! Come prepared: hat, sunscreen, and binoculars are a must, and don't forget your walking shoes. If you live nearby and love the outdoors, this is also the perfect spot to get your steps in while soaking up nature and staying active -- a workout that doesn't feel like one! My husband and I originally planned a quick visit and ended up staying for nearly three hours -- this place has a way of pulling you in. We chose to walk the boardwalk first and save the nature center for last, but if you're visiting from out of area or just want more context before you explore, I'd recommend flipping that order. The nature center is packed with information about the wetlands ecosystem, the wildlife that calls it home, and the fascinating history of the site itself -- none of which I knew before visiting. Grab a map before you head out! On our walk, we spotted an alligator gliding through the pond, turtles, and an impressive variety of bird species. The sounds were incredibly peaceful, and the stretches of shaded tree hammocks offered the perfect reprieve from the sun. We came across Gumbo Limbo trees, sabal palms, and strangler figs among other beautiful native species. It was truly a magical experience, and I cannot wait to come back!

This place was exceeding beautiful even on a rainy day. There's also the inside nature center, but…read morewe did not have time to explore it. The boardwalk has two main paths. One is about a mile and the other a half mile. As it was raining, we didn't get to venture out into much of it. But you can see beautiful greenery with many of the plants and trees marked with name plaques, the gorgeous lake with diving birds, and the small covered huts part way round. We saw a number of walkers in jogging outfits exercising before, after and during their boardwalk walks. We saw the butterfly garden, and the weather station. There are supposedly alligators here too but I'm glad we missed them! What a wonderful bit of natural Florida right here.

Wonderful place for seeing wild birds. There are many different trails that explore different…read morehabitats. I saw the iconic Roseate Spoonbill here, but there are hundreds of other species to see. The visitor's center and gift shop are very nice, and I met some friendly and dedicated volunteers there.

The Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge was created in 1951 because of the migratory bird…read moreconservation act. There are 143,874 acres in this northern Everglades habitat. This area provides water storage & flood control. It is a natural habitat for fish, alligators, heron, storks ... There is a Nature Center with all kinds of displays, clean bathrooms, and a store. The trails are well maintained and meticulous. Admission is free with my national parks pass; without a pass it's $10

Great place to visit. Plan your hike and go.. Authentic…read morenatural habitat for gopher turtles and furry woodland creatures .

Eco Park is a nature preserve in the 550 acre Quantum Corporate Park. In 2020 it was the largest…read moreundeveloped tract left in the city. It was purchased with the goal of transforming it into a residential, retail, entertainment, and industrial complex. The park is named in honor of long time Boynton Beach real estate breaker Thomas Albert McGillicuddy (1936-2019). The 60 acre Eco Park was created in 1988 when Quantum Park Plat #3 was filed with the County. 23 acres were designated as an active park and the rest off the park is a natural upland pine flatland preserve. The park has a large parking lot and natural earth trails that a run a mile and half throughout the park. During my visit I first took the trail along the water where I saw common moorhens swimming. The trail then curved back into the pineland preserve where I saw threatened gopher tortoises. Gopher tortoises have been hunted for meat, run over by vehicles, and sold as pets but the greatest blow to their population has been the destruction of their habitat. It was so nice to see them safely protected in the park. I really enjoyed my hike here today. The city has asked residents for ideas on what amenities they would like added to the park. Hopefully kayak launches, picnic pavilions, restrooms, paved trails and a boardwalk will be added to increase the recreational use of the park.

Located in an industrial area of Boca Raton, Yamato Scrub Area is a 217 acre natural area. The…read morefirst part of the paved trail takes you north through oak scrub and over a canal. The trail then opens up on to a 10 acre restored wetlands habitat which is great for bird watching.The trail then goes through oak scrub and loops returning you back to the wetlands. The south end of the trail system crosses you over the canal and takes you to a tunnel that goes under Clint Moore road. If you complete all of the paved Cicada Nature Trail it is 0.7 miles. If you complete all of the sandy Skyblue Lupine Hiking Trail it is 2.8 miles. The trails can be a little confusing but there is a sign at the parking lot that has trail maps you can take with you on your hike. On my visit I finally got to see a protected gopher tortoise for the first time in the wild. It was walking right along the north path. Other animals that make their home here include armadillos, Gray Fox, Gray Squirrel as well as many lizards and birds. I picked a very hot day to hike. I will definitely be back to explore more of the paths in the fall when it is cooler.

Really nice shaded walking trail in the Boca area. They have several different paths you can take,…read moresome covered and some in the sun. Bikes are not allowed.

We discovered this park only recently, while looking for places to get some fresh air and exercise…read morewhile being able to social distancing. It has 2 entrances (the main difference between the two is that the North one has restrooms) with small parking lots, and 3 miles of walking trails where you can walk, run or bike. There is also a separate dirt path for horseback riding! It is a very clean, tranquil, beautiful park; nature and birds help you relax, and get great pictures. We will visit it frequently during the winter time: as a lot of people already pointed out, the trails are completely under the sun... but there are a lot of young trees on the sides though: they will surely bring some shades to the trails in the future!

This is an excellent park for a walk. There are also horse paths for equestrian people.read more

What a pretty small wild area this is!…read more It's located just north of Hypoluxo Island, very close to the Lantana Municipal Beach (reachable by foot) and has one side on the Intracoastal. It is a busy road, but it's kind of hidden and there are no big signs indicating the entrance. The parking lot is very small, but when we went there, we were actually the only ones. There is a gazebo at the beginning of the path, which is not paved, but no restrooms. The preserve is very small and you will walk it for just about 15 minutes, but it is so peaceful! I also love the fact that it's so full of trees and that makes the path completely shaded; there are also a few benches outside the main trail, where you can spend some relaxing time.

We stopped here on our way back from lunch. We weren't sure about walking the trail(s) as it had…read morejust started to rain and thunder. There's parking in a small lot. The preserve is located on the north side of Ocean Avenue. There's a separate entrance and exit for cars. So we only got to see a very little bit of the preserve. However, I loved that they had great signage telling you what to look for in plant and animal life. And a small covered area just as you started the trail(s). This place is great for a little bit of hiking/walking, some birdwatching, photography, and communing with nature. You get to see a little bit of what Florida used to look like before all the construction and increase in human population. We will have to come back when it's cooler and drier to explore some more.

I have been to Green Cay across the street many times through the years but today I was curious…read moreabout this area across the street. It turns out it is also part of the wetlands that make up Green Cay. I often see birds flying across the road between the two areas. These 100 acre Wetlands along with Wakodahatchee were created by the Southern Region Water Reclamation which allows them the ability to recycle two to three million gallons per day of the highly treated wastewater. This acts to conserve fresh water resources while providing refuge to wildlife and a place for people to exercise and enjoy nature. In this area there is a small parking lot and a paved mile long walking path with benches that takes you around a lake. It took me about 15 minutes to do the loop. It is not as scenic as Green Cay where instead of going around the water they have built boardwalks that take you over the water and up close to nature. There are also many more birds at Green Cay along with alligators, snakes, racoons, bob cats, marsh rabbits and turtle. While that wildlife is found here too, it not as abundant. Still the walk has its charms with large trees dripping in Spanish moss providing shade along the route. While I didn't see any wildlife on my walk it was still very nice. What I did see was a lot of cute doggies out with their owners. The main reason I would come here is to be able to bring my dogs which are not allowed at Green Cay. Any exercise path in a nature is a good one and I was happy to have discovered this one at long last.

A clever use of otherwise unused land for making a park here, this walking path loops around the…read morelake adjacent to the water reclamation facility. They have good signage and the walking path is one-way (counter-clockwise) to improve social distancing during these pandemic times. The path is quite well shaded. At the start, a small peninsula has a bench with a lovely view. I sat here for a bit taking a work phone call before starting my quick walk around the lake. There is a very small parking lot with room for no more than 10 cars. [Review 14582 overall, 81 of 2021, number 1201 in Florida.]