HUGH TAYLOR BIRCH STATE PARK
3109 East Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 Directions
Since 1941
Here’s The Deal:
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park Trail is a well-known park located in Fort Lauderdale downtown. It is a non-profit organization with a mission to preserve, conserve, enhance and promote Birch State Park through community support. Its Terramar visitor center displays the natural and cultural history of the region. The park has plenty of outdoor adventures for all kinds of people and ideal open bench spaces for families and gatherings, kayaking, and endless hiking paths. Visitors can enjoy roller skating, biking, picnics, and watching the wildlife. They also conduct events such as "Art in the Park" and Sunset and Full Moon Kayak tours.
SPECIALTY:
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
Price: Per Vehicle: $6
Single-Occupant Vehicle or Motorcycle: $4
Pedestrians, Bicyclists, Extra Passengers: $2
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SECRET WOODS NATURE CENTER
2701 West State Road 84, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 Directions
Since 1978
Here’s The Deal:
Secret Woods Nature Center is a 57-acre urban wilderness area located in the greater Fort Lauderdale, FL. Secret Woods Nature Center is an ideal destination for hosting weddings and baby showers in the banquet hall. You can explore some animals and interactive educational displays for the kids and views of some waterfront homes and boats. It has plenty of parking options with easy access to see nature paths. In the Secret Woods Nature Center, visitors can get the refreshing experience to explore everything away from the city. It is a place where the family can come together to learn about nature while watching enormous land crabs crawl around.
SPECIALTY:
Hiking, Boardwalk, Nature, Forest Lake, Birding, Beach, Butterfly Garden, Wild Flowers, Walking, Trail Running, Park, Loop Trails & Wildlife Areas
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FERN FOREST NATURE CENTER
201 Lyons Road South, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33063 Directions
Since 1979
Here’s The Deal:
Fern Forest Nature Center is one of the best nature preserves in Broward County. They have some nice areas to check out, including a loop on the boardwalk. It is home to more than 30 varieties of ferns. The Nature preserve center is great to get out of town and walk either on the boardwalk trail or footpath trails and a suitable place for exercise and stress relief at the same time. Fern Forest Nature Center has ample space to do presentations that promote education about animals and plants. Fern Forest Nature Center has an excellent boardwalk that stretches through a well-maintained wetland habitat.
SPECIALTY:
Trails, Dogs on Leash, Wheelchair and Kid Friendly, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Mountain and Biking, Nature Trips, Road Trail Running, Walking, Beach, Lake, Wild Flowers & Wildlife