Wow! The new DC Alexander Park is worthy of a major tourist destination like Ft. Lauderdale. The…read morepark was designed by Brooks and Scarpa architecture landscape urban design, the firm of Professor Jeff Huber of Florida Atlantic University's School of Architecture. DC Alexander Park was designed to address coastal flooding and saltwater exposure by reintroducing native dune and maritime hammock ecosystems. Storm surges are mitigated by vegetated dunes and rubberized surfaces. A reintroduced coastal hammock absorbs rainfall and saltwater while shade is provided by native trees like Green Buttonwood, Gumbo Limbo, and Seagrape. My favorite feature of the park is a 25-foot cantilevered overlook. \When you climb to the top you get a panoramic view of Ft. Lauderdale Beach and the new creative play area with slides, climbing ropes, and swings. Although this park is only 1.2 acres, the design makes clever use of the limited space. This new and modern park is a crown jewel of the Ft Lauderdale beach.

This is a new place has one of the best playgrounds I've seen in Fort Lauderdale. Right across the…read morestreet from the beach. Great look out spot from the second floor. Nice place to relax and sit down for parents and kids to get their energy out. Has public bathroom and refreshing water fountain. So if you are at las olas beach come check it out.

Riverland Preserve is a 5 acre park in the Riverland neighborhood which is located in a SW corner…read moreof Fort Lauderdale off Davie Boulevard. The neighborhood is in a beautiful area that has an Old Florida feel with 200 year old oak trees. Many of the homes here were built in the 50's for the returning veterans of WWII who flocked to Florida. Like all Ft. Lauderdale parks Riverland is open every day from 6 AM until 9 PM. The city purchased the land for the park from the Black family in 2017. This land was their private home. Part of the funding to purchase the park came from $750,000 that was put aside by the county when Riverland was annexed into the City of Fort Lauderdale in 2002. When the property was first set for sale it was slated to be divided into subplots for housing development. The neighborhood was concerned about keeping the areas character intact and saving the 400 tropical trees on the property. They petitioned the city to keep the land in its natural state and they agreed to purchase the property and turn it into a park. Riverland is a passive park that still looks like someone's house in the neighborhood. The first time I looked for this park I actually drive by it. The original house still sits on the property along with several outbuildings. Behind the house is the preserve has ancient oak trees, sandal palms, laurel oaks, native wild orchids, slash pine trees, shrubs, banana trees, pink pineapple plants and other native plants. I saw ibis and the trees in this neighborhood are known for being a home to owls. There are no trails but there are benches. This preserve was one of my more interesting Ft. Lauderdale park finds. I love how the neighborhood rallied together to save the ecologically important piece of land. During my visit most of the preserve was flooded due to the heavy rains we recently experienced but I was intrigued by the plants I saw, especially the pink pineapples! and I will be back to explore further next time I am in the area.

Who has driven past this spot and wondered what it was? me for one. I then googled about it once…read morehome and then found out about it being a park. So, I came for a visit. Such a cool spot to watch the planes and have a pleasant walk. Airport Greenbelt Park stands out as a premier destination for aviation enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, combining breathtaking views of aircraft with beautifully manicured landscapes. Nestled adjacent to Fort Lauderdale's bustling airport, this park offers an unparalleled experience for plane spotting, allowing visitors to observe aircraft take off and land against a vibrant backdrop.

What an amazing find! I'd driven by this spot a hundred times and had seen people walking around,…read morebut hadn't realized it was a proper park with a nice walking trail and an easily accessible parking lot. Very cool to go on an early evening walk (the park closes at sunset and the lot is actively monitored by police, so I wouldn't overstay) and watch the airport/plane activity. The walking trail isn't very long (maybe a mile (?), so I loop it two or three times). Also, it's slightly hilly, which is nice (and hard to find around SoFlo!).

Greenleaf Park is located between the Oakland Park City Hall and the Ethel M. Gordon Oakland Park…read moreLibrary. On one side of the park is the Spiher Recreation Center. Built in 1975 the rec center offers a number of programs geared towards children including after school care and summer camps. The location of this park makes it a real community hub. Currently Greenleaf Park has a large covered playground with play areas for younger and older children that have slides, climbing equipment, and swings. The park also has paved walkways, a gazebo, picnic tables, and popular basketball and tennis courts. Greenleaf Park is part of the Horizon project set to reshape downtown Oakland Park. The Horizon project will be a mixed use project at the current city hall site. It includes 310 new residential units, 195 new public parking spaces, a potential train stop, a living street for better walkability, and a new Greenleaf Park. $140 million will be provided by private investment and 5 million from Broward County for infrastructure. The project is supposed to bring economic stability and affordable housing to Oakland Park and I am curious to see how this project will improve the city.

Greenleaf Park is a park in Oakland Park located on Northeast 37th Street. The park is situated…read morenearby to the fire station Oakland Park Fire Prevention, the Oakland Park library and the church Christian Life Center. There's several areas that make this park very busy...there's a tennis court, basketball court, picnic areas, dog walking area, children's playground and an overall green area for people to walk, stroll or just relax. It's located next to the library, which has a public restroom that can be used. Parking is limited right next to the park, but you can park in the downtown Oakland park business area or the library, just yards away..

Weston has 245 acres of parks to explore that appeal to a variety of recreational uses. They range…read morefrom small passive parks to vast athletic complexes. The over 5 acre Windmill Ranch Park is located across from Everglades Elementary School in the Windmill Ranch Estates development. There is no parking lot but you can leave your car next to the park when the school is closed. Windmill Ranch was where some of the first homes in the city were completed in 1984. The park opened in 1993 and was built by Arvida, a development company that also donated the land as part of their requirement to the City of Weston. You reach the entrance to the park by taking a short paved pathway that takes you up a small hill. At the top is a playground with a separate play area for younger and older children. There are climbing structures, slides, and swings. I love that that the playground has shade cover to protect children from the sun and a rubber ground cover to protect them when they fall. Adjacent to the playground is a large field that can be used for athletics, play exercise, or walking your leashed dog. Like all the city parks, Windmill Ranch Park is clean and meticulously maintained. How wonderful that Weston thought to set aside green space for its residents when developing the city.

I visited Reverend Samuel Delevoe park for Ignite Broward. There is a canoe/kayak launch and a…read morenice paved walking path around the lake. There are basketball courts and a lot of exercise equipment. Ignite Broward was well attended during my visit. There was security and folks representing Ignite who were helpful and informative.

Visited this park for the first time for the Ignite Broward art displays, and it made a great first…read moreimpression. It's a large park with plenty of parking, although on a busy event night like this, even that wasn't quite enough! That alone shows how popular it is. The park offers several playgrounds, a covered outdoor gym area, and multiple covered basketball courts (at least 4-6 nets). There are large picnic spaces and open field areas, plus a huge lake with launch docks and a walkable path around it. Enclosed restrooms are available on site as well. The event itself was free and well organized, with lots of friendly staff available to answer questions (though one display unfortunately wasn't working). I went with several friends and kids, and we spent a little over an hour walking through and enjoying everything. During the daytime, this would be a lovely park to visit and take advantage of all the amenities -- there truly is something for everyone!

What a pleasant spot. It is located right on the Fort Lauderdale water way. A pleasant park located…read moreright next to all the boats. The historical Stranham house is also located opposite. There is also the "Florida" the seminole girl sculpture- see my other review.

I have strolled around this park many times, either as a water trolley stop or just as part of a…read moreRiverwalk leisure walk...it's cute, small, but it does have some places to sit, bike racks and a gazebo..it's very well maintained and landscaped...from here you can take great views of downtown Fort Lauderdale and the buildings on the river as you look left or right.... The Smoker Family Park, is located on the south bank of the New River in Fort Lauderdale, Florida just east of SE 5th Ave. The park was officially designated as Smoker Family Park in 2009. The park was named in honor of Stanford Smoker, a longtime resident of the city who was instrumental in saving grand oak trees and historic homes in the city.

This small public park is located near Broward College South Campus. The route is a short, paved…read morepath that leads around a scenic lake which features water fountains. Walking, jogging, and biking are popular activities to enjoy. This makes for a great area to get some quick exercise in without having to travel too far and is ideal for people who prefer to exercise outside as opposed to an indoor gym. Unlike indoor gyms it is free to work out here. The park boasts a variety of well-maintained exercise equipment, strategically placed amidst the greenery. From elliptical machines to resistance training stations, the park offers a comprehensive range of options to cater to different fitness goals. The equipment is sturdy, easy to use, and suitable for all fitness levels, making it an inclusive space for both beginners and seasoned athletes. What sets Broward College Exercise Park apart is its picturesque setting. Surrounded by tall trees and well-manicured lawns, the park creates a safe and tranquil atmosphere that is both motivating and calming. The design incorporates natural elements, providing an escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Broward College Exercise Park is beautiful in all seasons. How does a New York City girl know? I…read morehave a two year A.S. Degree from this college. Since I as into athletics the park was convenient for working off stream and stress before or after classes. After graduation I lived nearby so I still visited the school for adult education and some days just to enjoy the park. This park and campus was always clean and I felt safe in the college neighborhood. I'm recommending you visit.