This could seriously be the smallest park in Delray and even in the county. It is a small free…read moreformed space of grass with a plaque on a rock. There is no dedicated park parking but plenty of street parking nearby. There is no bathroom facilities but there are plenty of restaurants surrounding the park.

It never suprises me of how many things there are to Yelp whether little, big or just really odd…read more Along Atlantic Ave is a grassy field with a randomly placed jagged boulder with a brass plaque displaying the name Worthing Park, which is dedicated to R.D. Worthing who was the first city clerk of Delray Beach. The headstone was provided by the Sea Grape Garden Club in 1969. Strangely, yellow caution tape is wrapped around the perimeter of the acre in front of a busy Park Tavern restaurant. Hopefully, there is revitalization in process and not a crime scene lol. One side is a sidewalk along Atlantice Ave and the other side is a paved walkway abd green metal benches for people to sit and enjoy the tranquility of the park. Usually there are people lounging out on the grass and kids running around but the caution tape has hindered that temporarily. PARK #62

Dennis P. Koehler Preserve is a stormwater preserve in West Palm Beach. Stormwater preserves help…read morethe environment by capturing and retaining stormwater runoff, preventing flooding in surrounding areas. They cleanse and store stormwater, helping to recharge the aquifer. The pond plants remove pollutants from the water, leaving it cleaner. Left untreated, stormwater can lead to algal blooms, muck deposits, fish kills, and other environmental problems. These ponds also attract a variety of wildlife, including Florida's beautiful wading birds, while providing a recreational area for the public. The preserve was named in honor of Dennis P. Koehler, a longtime Palm Beach County commissioner and veterans' champion. He is remembered for bringing the community's attention to environmental issues. Koehler passed away in 2011 from melanoma, a disease he worked to raise awareness about so that people would be inspired to have regular skin cancer checkups. This 7.5-acre preserve was created from a $1.5 million grant provided by the department's Division of Water. An existing dry area was excavated and converted into a wet retention pond that allows for the collection of stormwater runoff through a series of constructed culverts and inlets throughout the area. The pond helps prevent flooding in the surrounding community by collecting and treating stormwater during small storm events. Parking is available along the outside of the pond. I was surprised to see how many birds were attracted to the preserve. I saw great blue herons, common moorhens and their chicks, cormorants, great egrets, Muscovy ducks, and limpkins. The ground was littered with apple snail shells, which are a favorite food of Florida's wading birds. Unfortunately, there was also man made litter. It made me sad to see bottles and other garbage tossed near the shoreline. This is an important environmental area, and everyone who visits should treat it as such.

This is the neighborhood park for Lake Charleston Shores in southwestern Lake Worth, Florida, near…read morethe town of Greenacres. Lake Charleston Shores was built in the 1980's and 1990's on over 900 acres, with more than 200 acres of lakes. The community offers amenities such as trails, pools, and parks like this one. Located near Jog and Hypoluxo Roads, it is known for its family-friendly, residential, lakeside living. At the entrance to the park is a memorial plaque dedicated to Lester Kotok for his contributions to the Lake Charleston Maintenance Association. He served as President of the Homeowners Association and passed away in December 2005. The park feels much larger than a typical neighborhood park. The playground area, complete with benches, is fenced in for safety, but the majority of the park extends beyond the fence. There, you'll find a basketball court and a sand volleyball court. This park was the perfect place to get some steps in between other destinations in the area. The park and basketball court were active, with families enjoying the beautiful weather. Bring a picnic and stop by for exercise and play. The surrounding lakes make this an especially scenic park.

This is a neighborhood park for residents of Lake Charleston Shores. But if you lived near by and…read moreyou had kids, they'd enjoy it. One section of the park is fenced in. That is where all the kids' playground area is -- with slides, structure, and swings. Plus the covered pavilion and benches to relax or just watch the kids while they play. Outside the fenced in area, there is a full basketball court as well as a volleyball court. This "park" is in the middle of a huge swath of grass covered land -- acres of it -- that is undeveloped. I'm not sure if it's set aside for future houses or what. It seems a bit strange. Now that we found it, we know.

I have passed this park many times while getting on and off the Turnpike. Today was finally that…read moreday that I stopped to checked it out and it ended up being the perfect afternoon for a park stroll. PGA National Park is a 35 acre public recreational park in Palm Beach Gardens. In the mid-1980s the city negotiated with developers during the construction of the PGA National residential and golf course community. As part of the 1985 master development agreement, this land was preserved as public green space, so that local residents would have a place to enjoy the outdoors during the area's rapid growth. Located just off Northlake Boulevard and Ryder Cup Boulevard, the park has become an important community gathering place for outdoor recreation. Over the years, the city has continued to expand the park's amenities. Today it features three large multi purpose athletic fields for soccer, football, and lacrosse, along with tennis courts, basketball courts with varying rim heights for different age groups, a playground, a mini putting green, picnic pavilions, and a fishing dock overlooking the surrounding lake. The day I visited, the park was bustling with activity. A football game was underway on one of the fields, families were gathered under the pavilions, and others were out enjoying the walking paths and playground. It was great to see so many people making use of the park. Thanks to the city having the foresight to preserve this land decades ago instead of becoming another development, it remains a place where the community can play and enjoy a little bit of nature in the middle of a city.

Great park but NO PETS. We drove here with our dog based on another review that said pets were…read moreallowed. Dogs are not allowed. Basketball, tennis, playground, covered sitting areas. Lots of ducks

In 2014 Palm Beach acquired 33 acres of scrub habitat that was once part of the now closed A. G…read more Holley State Hospital property. The hospital was built in 1950 as the Southeast Florida State Sanatorium. It was also known as the Southeast Tuberculosis Hospital. This was the third of four tuberculosis hospitals built in Florida between 1938 and 1952 and was the last of the American sanatoriums dedicated to treating tuberculosis. With the discovery of drugs to treat tuberculosis patients outside of the hospital, patients declined and by 2012, the hospital was abandoned and eventually demolished. The Lantana Scrub Natural Area is ideal for a hike, photography, or wildlife watching. The preserve contains Florida scrub and scrubby flatwoods habitats. The rare scrub habitat was formed on top of sand dunes when the sea level fell. There aren't very many of these communities left because since they were on high land and dry they were the first to be used for commercial development. There is less than 2 percent of the original scrub habitat left in Palm Beach County. Plants that can be found in the preserve include pine and saw palmetto, Florida rosemary, powder-puff lichen, and hog plum. Wildlife that has been recorded here include the threatened gopher tortoise, golden-winged skimmer, eastern phoebe, and swallowed-tailed kite. There are a few parking spots in front of the preserve. The ground is sand and uneven. The loop path is almost a mile around the perimeter. Sadly there was glass and other garbage strewn on the ground. Shame on the people who use a natural preserve as their personal garbage dump. Another negative is that the entire trail is in full sun. There is no shade and after about 5 steps in I was soaked in sweat. I would recommend coming during the winter. Five stars for keeping the area in a natural state but it was so hot today that even the gopher tortoises were staying inside.

While driving through Greenacres, just west of Jog Road, I stumbled upon a neighborhood with fun…read moreRoman themed streets names like Appian Way, Caesar Circle, and Gladiator Circle. Tucked right into the community is the aptly named Empire Park. While this is a small park, it is very family friendly. At just 2.66 acres, it still has everything you need for a enjoyable outing. Located in a quiet residential area, I especially like that this park offers plenty of shade, perfect for those warm South Florida days. A thoughtful feature of this park is that it is fully fenced in for the safety of younger kids who might wander. This is especially important since there is a body of water nearby. Outside the enclosed space, a serene walking path loops around a small lake, with several benches where you can sit and unwind. Bring some food for a picnic, a frisbee or football, and enjoy a fun afternoon.

This City of Greenacres Park is a small neighborhood park between 2 and 3 acres at the most. It has…read morelimited facilities, but it's a nice little respite. There's a children's playground, a gazebo, and one covered picnic table (!) along with several benches. A fence separates the park from a small lake --where there was a gentleman fishing the day we stopped by. Right by the fence is the sign warning about an alligator in the water. Eek! But there is also a little shaded area under the tall pine trees that is a bit cooler and offers a break from the sun. This is not a destination park unless you live nearby. It is nice to know, however, that the City is taking care of its residents.

Great park with beautiful views. No public restrooms and tons of parking available whether it be…read morestreet parking or one of the paid lots. You can take a nice stroll over the bridge which leads you into Palm Beach Island.

Flagler Park is a 7 mile long linear park along the waterfront in West Palm Beach. The park runs…read morealong the west side of the Intracoastal from Currie Park, past the arts and entertainment district and through historic neighborhoods to Summa Beach Park in the city's south end. At the eastern end of Clematis Street are two angled short streets that branch off to create a triangle shaped common area. Ever since Palm Beach was founded the park has served as an important meeting place for the community. Merchants used to hold ball games and then a library, women's club, and bandstand were added. Today the Palm Beach community still uses the park to stage events. Every Thursday, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m is Clematis by Night which is an event that has concerts, food, and drinks. During the holidays in December you can visit Sandiland home of the world's only 35-foot, 700 ton holiday sand tree, Sandi. In May the park is the site of the annual Sunfest art and music event. Even when there isn't an event the park has a splash pad to cool the kiddies off in and a stunning view of the water and downtown West Palm Beach. Parking can be found in the area at one of the many nearby city garages.

Whenever I pass by a Veterans Park, I make it a point to stop and pay my respects. Nearly every…read moretown has a dignified green space where communities can honor local service members and gather for commemorative events such as Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies. Some are humble, while others are grand. I would place this one somewhere in the middle, adequate and well maintained. The five stars are for all of the service members honored here. This half-acre park is tucked behind the North Palm Beach Library. It features an outdoor amphitheater, commemorative plaques, memorial benches, flags, and a walkway lined with bricks from the Memorial Brick Program. A large open area with surrounding seating makes this the ideal setting for Veterans Day or Memorial Day ceremonies. This park offers a peaceful place for the community to come together in remembrance of our military heroes.