This is a great find! Great little park right along the water with big open space. It's a great…read morespot to sit and watch the boats. They also have picnic benches! It's dog friendly and they have pet waste pick up stations with garbage bags as well. It's a small space but a fun find- I will be back!!

This park is called Rivermont in the Sailboat Bend neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale. It is an…read morearcheological site. Artifacts discovered there by archeologists indicate that the Seminole and Miccosukee tribe's ancestors once occupied it. The original property was known as Rivermont, located at 1016 Waverly Road on the banks of the New River, and it was dotted with oak and palm trees. A 1918 built pioneer home that sat on the site's midden, or mound, was demolished several years ago. Middens often contain domestic waste, which may consist of animal bone, botanical material, shells, potsherds and other artifacts associated with past human occupation. "This site represents the most intact and deepest surviving black earth midden along the New River, with at least 2,000 years of prehistoric occupation. It likely is the best-preserved prehistoric site in eastern Broward County," city archeologists said in a 2020 survey report. The report said the site has intact archaeological deposits as deep as four feet. Ceramic dating and archival research indicates the site was used during periods roughly between 500 B.C. and 1513 A.D., as well as during the second and third Seminole Wars (1835-1858) and throughout the middle 19th century. Prehistoric artifacts found at the site include shell refuse and faunal bones. The most common artifact was pottery - 1,414 ceramic sherds were found. Oyster shell, animal bones (mostly fish), conch shell, and charcoal were also discovered. Bone artifacts include bone point or pin fragments, perforated shark vertebrae, and a drilled shark tooth. Sunfish, gar, and shark were identified, along with amphibians and reptiles such as soft shell turtle, box turtle and alligator. Mammals identified at the site include deer and raccoon. During a 2006 survey, a blue Seminole glass trade bead was found at the site, and a human molar was found in one shovel test in 2014.

This is a great find! Small but beautiful, this area was so nice to wander around. There are clear…read morepathways to walk through. They have benches for sitting and pet waste pick up stations too. There are even a few parking spots right out front as well for easy access to this park.

The Sailboat Preserve is 1.27 acres of Live Oak Hammock adjacent to the Argyle Canal. It was…read moreacquired with the Broward County Safe Parks and Land Preservation Bond Program. They are a few street parking spots in front of the preserve. The preserve has been landscaped with native plant and they are marked with signs so you can identify them. Plants in the preserve include saw palmetto, slash pine, live oak, cocoplum, white indigo berry, beauty berry, and strangler fig. A natural ground path loops through the preserves. Although not wheel chair accessible it is an easy hike for a person of any fitness level. During my stroll I saw many lizards including a bright green Cuban anole and many different species of butterflies including cloudless sulphur and zebra heliconian. Although small the preserve is very nicely down. The only other person I encountered was someone doing their fitness routine.

Not a big park by any means, but it is still pleasant enough and a nice place to chill for a bit…read moreand just breathe. If you are in the area, check them out.

This 4-acre mini-park is located behind the CVS in Cooper City although maintained by the Town of…read moreDavie at 12498 Griffin Rd (South West Ranches). Poliakoff was honored with the park by being SW Ranches first attorney. It was a cool day so the wife and I took a nice walk through the park and peered at the multi-colored wall mural. We defeated the sun by taking refuge under the metal roof pavilion and watched the birds and ducks around the tranquil lake (see video). The park had several posted signs explaining the wildlife living here like the Common Moorhen/Gallinula Chloropus or water bird. There are only two entrance paths both accessible by foot behind the CVS or along the sidewalk on Griffin Road. No parking in the park, only behind the CVS. PARK #66

A hard to find tranquil park with walk paths and a beautiful water fountain spouting out thirty…read morefeet in the air at the center of the lake - love that sound. White picket fencing surrounds the perimeter of the park with a warm red brick entry sign. The park is nestled unexpectedly within the Plantation Acres community with a decent sized parking lot - no overnight parking allowed. Fishing is permitted although motorized vehicles and alcoholic beverages are prohibited. A new kiddie playground is coming soon. A few giant olive trees but not much other coverage. Great spot to relax, take a stroll or read a great book. PARK #63

Plantation North Acres park is located very close to Sawgrass Mills Mall. I saw it on a map and…read moredecided to come over and check it out. At first I wasn't even going to get out of the car. It looked like just some basic playground equipment , a picnic tables, bench, and an open field. They call this kind of park passive but you never know what you will find unless you look so I decided to walk the field and was in for a surprise. In the very back of the park is a lake. Water attracts birds so I sat down and waited. It was only a few moments before a mama duck and her duckling swam by. The babies were so adorable,. Not long after a little heron flew down to say hello. The lake was very beautiful with interesting cypress knees at the waters edge. There is a ten acre field next to the park that is undeveloped. As I was leaving a family rode up on their bicycles to use the play area. A short distance away from this park is Volunteer Park with many more amenities including a wetlands walk. While I love that park I wouldn't discount this park at all. Parks are the one thing we can never have enough of. If you are into quiet beauty and serene nature that come out and enjoy this little known gem.

(From March, 2023)…read more Apparently there's a large history behind this place based on Ariel's review from May, 2018. As a site of native americans, it went from a possible luxury condo complex to one of the most beautiful parks/walkways in the city. It's a fabulous spot to get steps in and soak in the sun while you hear the sounds of water and boats navigating the sea. The park is clean from what I saw and the citizens take proper care of it as they should. I happened to stop here from my morning stay at the Hyatt to get a nice glimpse of the views before heading to the ports for my ships sail. City is lucky to have this historic exhibit of history in this location and a nice park to complement it!

Miami with history? well yes if you know where to look! Here is all the information you need…read more Prehistoric !! Discovered in 1998, the origins of the Miami Circle - an archaeological site in downtown Miami - remain one of the city's most intriguing mysteries. Known by a few different names - the Miami River Circle and Brickell Point, to name two - the Miami Circle was declared a National Historic Landmark in 2009, seven years after it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The circle was uncovered in early 1998, when property developer Michael Bauman commissioned a routine archaeological survey of the site. Part of a plan to demolish the existing apartment complex in order to build luxurious condos, the plans were brought to a screeching halt when surveyors discovered hundreds of strange holes beneath a layer of limestone. After further investigation, it was discovered that 24 of the largest holes formed a perfect circle with a whopping 38-foot diameter. Several artefacts were also unearthed - including human teeth and pieces of burnt wood - and radiocarbon dated at roughly 1,800-2,000 years old. According to the Miami Herald, the Miami Circle is perhaps the only evidence of a prehistoric structure in bedrock on the East Coast. Based on the results of the radiocarbon dating, along with the similarities in tools, it's believed that the circle might have been the work of the Tequesta Native American tribe. Some have speculated that the holes were once part of a structure, and most likely a building for ceremonial use. The Tequesta tribe is believed to have settled by the Miami River, occupying coastal terrain along the neighboring Atlantic areas. The tribe was made up of hunters and gatherers, who likely would have used shells and shark teeth for tools - both of which were unearthed during the excavation of the site. With the Miami Circle likely dating back over 1,000 years, it's remarkable that around 85% of its structure is still perfectly preserved. Today, visitors to Miami can head to the site and see the ring of limestone for themselves - although the holes are now covered with soil and grass for protection.

I love a stormwater park. They help the environment by capturing and retaining stormwater runoff…read morepreventing flooding in the surrounding areas. It cleanses and stores stormwater to recharge the aquifer. The pond plants removes pollutants from the water leaving it clean. Left untreated stormwater leads 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 recreation area for the public. I see this type of preserve a lot in Martin County and lining the Everglades to clean the chemicals from farm runoffs but this is the first time I have discovered one so close to home in the River Oaks neighborhood of Ft. Lauderdale. River Oaks is an older Ft. Lauderdale neighborhood and it was built before modern water management. During rainstorms this neighborhood along with Edgewood was prone to flooding so this 9.1 acres of undeveloped land was constructed into a stormwater preserve to alleviate the problem. The project was a partnership between the City of Fort Lauderdale, the Florida Department of Transportation, the United States Coast Guard, CSX rail, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the Fort Lauderdale Marina, Broward County and the neighbors of River Oaks. In addition to the ecological importance of this area, this park has a rare railway bridge not often seen in Florida. This bridge span moves by rolling away. The rolling lift draw span was patented by the Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company who designed this bridge and others in the early 1900's. You can still see the original structural components of this bridge including the rolling lift span today. This drawbridge was in use from 1927 until 2016 when it was replaced to accommodate more rail traffic. When the bridge was deemed not structurally able to handle the increased traffic, it was saved because of its historical significance and moved to this park. You can read about the bridge and the history of the railroad in Florida on the interpretive signs in a gazebo at the entrance to the park. Besides the informational signs and bridge, the park has a boardwalk that takes you over the wetlands where you can see wading birds, fish, and turtles. During my visit I saw an anhinga fishing. This park was an amazing find as it combines two of my loves, history and nature. I had no idea I have been whizzing by this park when I was on I-95. They are doing some work in this area so the best time to visit would be on the weekend. I can't wait until they finish and the park fully opens.

Pretty little park in a residential area. Not worth going out of your way, but if you're in the…read morearea, be sure to stop! It was quiet, noone was around, and we got to see some birds and beautiful plants and trees. No parking, so we had to park a little ways down in the residential area.

This park is gorgeous and very well maintained!! The park is not dog friendly however they have a…read moredog park which is divided in small and large dogs and it's really pretty with seating everywhere and a picnic table too

I have great memories of this park. Strolling the Rotary Club festival with my then boyfriend,…read moreMovies on the Green with my husband, and playing in the playground with our son. This park is big, spacious and clean. Stroll around the perimeter, soak up some sun on the grass, then walk over to Winn Dixie for some grub and refreshments. Afternoons here are bustling with kiddos and their parents. Bring your bikes, trikes, skateboards, rollerblades and a smile. :)

William "Bill" Harris Linear Park is located on S.E. 5th Avenue between S.E. 10th and 14th Streets…read more Formerly known as Linear Park the name was changed following a unanimous city resolution in January 2024, officially renaming the park William "Bill" Harris Linear Park to honor his community legacy. During the over 20 years he was a resident of Dania Beach, Bill Harris served as a vice mayor and commissioner. At the time of his passing in 2024, he held the position of business attraction and investment manager for the Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency. This park was near where I stopped for dinner so after eating I walked down to check it out. I was expecting just a passive green area and was pleasantly surprised by how much this park had to offer. In May of last year the city doubled the amount of exercise equipment so now there are three covered areas with multiple pieces of exercise equipment where you can work out every part of your body. I enjoyed trying out some of the machines. The park also has a butterfly garden with a beautiful yellow butterfly bench, perfect for pictures. There are two ponds across the street with ducks and turtles. If you want to visit I recommend parking at the Sheridan Square Shopping Plaza.

Linear Park on S.E. 5th Avenue in Dania Beach, goes from S.E. 10th Street to S.E. 14th Street with…read morea nice landscaped area, a walking/running path, a small butterfly garden, bench areas and exercise equipment for a good workout. It's a great place for most people to stroll, sit, jog, run, relax....For those with an active lifestyle, there are plenty of free exercise equipment for those wanting to burn some calories.. The small butterfly garden has a variety of species that can be enjoyed year round. Not a lot of parking around, so you might have to walk a few blocks if you are driving to visit this park.