Super cool park in south florida! And the best park...It's FREE!! There are many things to do for…read moreyoung kids. They have an indoor science area, massive playground, splash/spray area, carousel, and more! It was so hard to get my kids leave. They would just stay there all day! Definitely a great place to take the kids...especially if you are looking for a budget friendly outing.

Beautiful park- I drive by this park every Wednesday and always thought the entrance was a private…read morehome community. Well I was wrong. Definitely the best park I have been to so far. It Has everything and more. picnic areas, tables and grills, nature trails, kids learning exhibits, playgrounds, merry go round. Indoor and outdoor basketball courts. Plenty of baseball fields. I have never seen so many fields in one park. Impressive! Clean fun environment for all to enjoy. Nothing but the best fun. Come and experience a special park. It's a winner. Merry go round $2.00 per ride. 2 1/2 minutes long Free parking, no entrance fees. FREE!

This Park is THE BEST in the area!…read more My kids absolutely love it & so do I! The playground is beautiful constructed both for younger & older children. There are so many different options of activities to park take in. Some options: Adult workout area, picnic tables, kayak launching area and a wonderful walking trail. If that isn't enough this park also has a few tennis courts, pickle ball courts, basketball courts and volleyball. Including clean restrooms, cover pavilions and cameras in the parking lot. Do not forget the ample parking. If you are local and have yet to visit, I highly recommend doing so!

This was a great place to have a relaxed walk without traveling too far out of town.read more

The most northern of the Boca beaches. Like the others, it ranges from $35-$55 to park, depending…read moreon day/holiday. Like the others, very clean with plenty of parking once you're in. On one side, it's a park with plenty of grills available (just bring charcoal/no propane). To get to the beach, you walk through a tunnel that goes under A1A. For tourists that don't have chairs, there's chaise lounges and umbrellas available to rent from independent company. Idk the costs for them.

It's the great beach of Boca Raton. It's a must walk and play area with lots of fun and sun well…read morewhen the quick storms pass by it's not. But come here all the time for the last 50 years

What a wonderful venue for adults and children alike - and what's even better is that it is…read morecompletely FREE. The location is across from the shoreline in Boca, and offers limited parking - if you're coming for an event, you should plan to arrive early. We weren't able to explore the whole property during our visit on account of lightning. We came for the BioBlitz event, and explored the mangrove shoreline, the butterfly garden and the mini aquarium. We did not get to walk the boardwalk or climb the observation tower, but I'd like to return to explore those areas another day. Staff (volunteers) are very knowledgeable, and the events they host are geared toward children between 5-12.

I'm not sure how I've never been here before but leave it to social media to hype up the new…read moreJacob's Overlook and prompt a visit. This small but mighty facility rescues and researches turtles and other marine life but turtles mainly. Staff/volunteers are very friendly, informative, and eager to help. They have fish feeding and turtle talks not sure if daily or just weekends but check their website for schedule. Also check the weather because if there is lightning, they will close. This spot is free but you can make a donation in the main building to help support the education and research provided here. There is free parking but it gets full quick. However the place is not that large and it may take only a couple loops to line up with someone leaving. If not there is paid beach parking across the street along the road there. There isn't a food or beverage but maybe bring a water bottle if you plan on doing the overlook (especially as it gets hotter). They have a butterfly garden but we only saw one butterfly at the time. They have two tall tanks where they do the feedings that have fish, rays, and a couple turtles. They also have two smaller tanks, one with really large fish and another with smaller. There are some outdoor tortoises as well as a college Marine research area where you can watch them being studied and ask questions of the students there. The overlook is beautiful and provides a nice view of the intracoastal and a slight view of the ocean. There are a few interactive educational boards along the walk up the ramp. If you want a more direct route up or down, they also have stairs. The path also extends into the mangroves and along the way back to the main building.

This park truly had a glow-up -- and I mean a serious one…read more About a year ago, I wasn't the biggest fan of Patch Reef Park. The playground used to feel a bit unsafe, especially for younger kids. There were tall play structures (including a ship-style area) with spots lacking proper railings, and some slides ended too high off the ground, which made landings uncomfortable and even risky. The splash area was a fun idea, but the flooring was worn out, and the restrooms definitely needed an upgrade. Fast forward to now -- everything has changed. The renovation completely transformed this space into one of our favorite family spots, especially during hot Florida days. The playground is now fully enclosed with a fence and has a single entrance, which makes it much easier to keep an eye on kids The layout is circular, so visibility is great from almost any angle There's a shaded splash pad area (huge plus in the summer!) A separate, safe toddler zone -- thoughtfully designed and much more secure Soft ground (similar to artificial turf) -- very comfortable for kids The splash area has rubber flooring, and the play structures for older kids are still fun but noticeably safer now. There are also two swing areas and a basketball court. Small note: I personally think the basketball area should be fenced off -- balls can occasionally fly into the playground (we've experienced that ourselves). There are benches and picnic tables, but they fill up quickly on weekends. Pro tip: bring a picnic blanket and lunch -- it turns into the perfect cozy family setup. Other great features: * Clean, spacious restrooms (with very large changing stations) * Drinking water fountain * Easy parking * A cute little free book box -- bring a book, take a book * Walking trails with lots of greenery -- perfect for scooters and relaxed strolls One tiny aesthetic note -- some of the flooring colors (bright red/blue) feel a bit intense visually, but the green areas look beautiful and natural. Overall: an amazing upgrade. Safe, clean, well-designed, and very family-friendly. We come here often now, and the kids absolutely love it.

A beautiful public park with a community center, ballfields, playgrounds, basketball courts,…read morepickleball courts tennis courts,, picnic areas, and lots of free parking. A huge new indoor Pickleball center is being constructed. They have a practice wall, which I absolutely love. I checked in at the pro shop and was assigned with my team three courts. They are beautifully maintained and in fabulous shape. There are lots of clean well stopped restrooms. There were benches, tables and water fountains on each court.

I was recently in the Boca Raton area and I drove past this park and decided to check it out and go…read morefor a stroll. The park is big (over 8 acres) and it has a lot of amenities for locals and visitors, here you can enjoy Baseball / Softball, Basketball Courts, Volleyball, Tennis Courts, Soccer Fields, walking tracks (almost half a mile with nice exercise stations), and several playgrounds... For those not so much into active life and sports, you can still enjoy the park by using their grills, pavilion, picnic areas, picnic shelters. There is plenty of parking and nice clean restrooms. The park is open from 8 a.m to Sunset, every day of the week. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed in the park.Pets are not permitted in the park, either. Come by and enjoy this nice green space !

Cute, little well maintained park in Boca Raton. The parks contains balls fields, a basketball…read morecourt, and volleyball court. In addition there are several playgrounds and pavilions. Everything was open. I enjoyed the running/fitness track which circles the park. The track is made of a squishy like material which at first I felt like I was sinking into, but by the second day I got used to. There were plenty of people using the park but it did not seem over crowded, it looked like parking may be an issue if there was a game or too many visitors. it was a pleasant place to spend some time while my son was practicing!

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 park is amazing it's like an all in one park. Had a park, workout stations along a trail,…read morebasketball courts, walking trail along the intercostal, renting kayaks or paddle boards right from your phone. Free parking restrooms available . And there is plenty of parking .

Amazing environmentally sensitive park with mangroves. They have a rubber mulch pathway that is…read moreflexible and easy on your joints. They also have a boardwalk that goes through the mangroves and kayak rentals. Great for excellent outdoor exercises including exercise stations. I highly recommend this place!

This "serene" park would have been a much better place if it weren't private to the local…read morehomeowners. The no trespassing sign makes it pretty clear. And you can't drive through the small park. Just walk. Dogs are allowed, but must be on a leash. It says "no climbing" on the bridge, but while we were there, we saw some kids fishing off the bridge. There are nice vibrant green grassy areas and tall trees for shade. We saw lots of birds on the grass while we there including a large group of white ones on the edge of the lake and in the lake. I hope the local residents take full advantage of this peaceful bit of greenery. I know I would, if I lived nearby.

The name of this park translates to English as Placid Park. It is considered a private park because…read moreit is owned and maintained by the Boca Del Mar HOA and they let you know it with multiple no trespassing signs. However no one bothered me while I was there and I was free to explore. The park is very beautiful with flowering trees set alongside a half mile long paved path that winds around a lake where there is a gazebo and benches. The trail also leads out to W Palmetto Road. The lake has a lot of ducks swimming around. I also saw iguanas and squirrels in the park. I wouldn't go out of my way to visit Parque Placido but this is a great amenity for the Boca Del Mar community to have as basically their backyard. It gives them a place to exercise, walk their dogs, and enjoy the outdoors.

Shhh, tell no one. Lean it close and I will whisper in your ear....well, its amazing! A hidden gem!…read moreFree, free, free!! A few grills and picnic tables. Bring a few water bottles in your backpack, fruit, nuts and your camera or phone. Enjoy peace, tranquilitzeey and reconnect with your inner being. Go early. Avoid the crowd. Go early, we went in April. Summer months will be unbearable by noon. Today was glorious. Low tide so you can see into the Mangrove bottom. 1. Free parking, 4hr time limit. 2. Drive to Parking lot. Map Deerfield Island. Go early. Get there 9:45 for 10am. Ferry comes every 45 min so that it arrives at the hour. 3. Free entry to island. 4. Very friendly staff 5. By noon..there a line waiting to board the ferry. 5. Wear comfy shoes. Sneakers. Sarah is a wonderful tour guide. Take the tour. Worth every minute. Super knowledgeable. Bring your camera or phone, go early. Clean bathrooms. Benches scattered around. Take a blanket to plop down on some open space. Kids might be bored after 1 hr. No electric for phones. Beautiful morning out. If you have young kids, 7 and under bring your bathing suit for splash pad that sits out front of parking lot with small playground. Of course if you have a boat, Just pull on in to Deerfield Island like Capone envisioned lol. Google this spot for the history...

I have visited Deerfield Island Park twice since it reopened earlier this summer. It is a Broward…read morecounty park and free to visit. There were a lot of upgrades made. The paths are well marked and wide. There are benches along the paths. There are picnic tables and water fountains on the island. The trails are appropriate for most abilities. The island is well shaded. There are a few butterfly statues which make for a nice photo op. You catch the shuttle boat at Sullivan Park, it runs on the hour between 10 and three Friday through Sunday. Parking is convenient ( and free) in the large lot. If you have children you could also visit Sullivan Park. Local lore has it that Al Capone buried some treasure here although it has never been found. You can see all the island in about an hour but could make a day of it with a picnic lunch.