HUGH TAYLOR BIRCH STATE PARK TRAIL
3109 East Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Since 1941
Gardens, Birding, Bicycling, Visitor Center, Primitive Group, Playground, Fishing, Swimming, Restroom Facilities, Beach, Camping, Canoeing and Kayaking, Nature Trail, Horse/Equestrian Trail, Interpretive Exhibit, Snorkeling, Roller Blading, Accessible Amenities, Picnic & Wildlife Viewing
4,761 people per square mile and residents are fortunate to have their own slice of wilderness amid the highly developed Miami metro area ● The city’s own Central Park, complete with gopher tortoises and boat access from the Intracoastal Waterway ● It’s an oasis perfect for relaxation and exercise ● A group/youth campground is available to organized groups ● The Terramar Visitor Center features displays regarding the area's natural and cultural history
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SECRET WOODS NATURE CENTER
2701 West State Road 84, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Since 1978
Picnic Place, Boardwalk, Nature, Forest Lake, Birding, Beach, Butterfly Garden, Wild Flowers, Walking, Trail Running, Park, Bicycles and Pets, Loop Trails & Wildlife Areas
I-95 and I-595 meet, you’d hardly believe there’s a place for green space ● It’s a place where families can get out and rediscover nature together, watching giant land crabs lumber across the landscape ● 56-acre floodplain of cypress strand and mangroves with uplands of tropical hammock where tall royal palms rise gracefully above the canopy ● Has a top-notch nature center to teach the kids about Southeast Florida habitats
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CHAPEL TRAIL NATURE PRESERVE
19800 Sheridan Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33332
Since 1990
Flora and Fauna, Boardwalk, Canoe Rentals, Pavilion, Golf Courses, Strip Malls, Cycling, Walking, Jogging, Nature, Wildlife & Swimming
This 450-acre passive park ● 120 species of birds, deer, marsh rabbits, alligators, snakes, turtles, largemouth bass and insects ● This nature preserve includes a 1,650-foot long boardwalk, a pavilion for observation and canoe rentals on Saturdays
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