Easterlin Park in central Broward county is conveniently located just west of I-95 between Commercial and Oakland Park Blvd.  The park is a great place to enjoy native Florida environment and still take a jaunt over to the beach.  Some of the trees at this 46+ acre park are almost 250 years old.  The park has a popular campground that can accomodate 45 RVs and has 10 tent sites.  Primitive camping can be reserved for non-profit groups to enjoy.  Most sites have water, electricity, fire pits, and picnic tables.

Jaco Pistorius Park in Oakland Park, Florida, takes it's name in remembrance of one of the all-time greats of jazz and base guitar. 

The location is not a park as you would normally picture a park, but rather an open field where all the hip and happening events in the area take shape. Many people travel far and wide to attend these events at the well-known park.

Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale is an over 90 acres park located just south of Sunrise Blvd and east of Federal Highway. It is a mega park with activities for every age and stage of life. The park hosts everything from team sports to major city-sponsored events and performances. The War Memorial Auditorium and the Jimmy Evert Tennis enter are both located within Holiday Park.

The Dottie Mancini Park in Fort Lauderdale, FL is a popular outdoor recreation area for the city's residents. Located on 6520 NE 22 Avenue, this beautiful 1.2 acre park is open 13 hours a day from 8 am to 9 pm at night. 

Take a break from the city and enjoy a day in a quiet natural oasis.  Hugh Taylor Birch State Park lies between the intracoastal and the Atlantic Ocean off Sunrise Blvd.  This small state park allows you to wander among the tropical hammocks, paddle your canoe or kayak into the moat within the park, and go for a swim at the guarded beach.  The park's access to the beach is via a pedestrian tunnel under A1A.  If you prefer a quieter more natural experience over the busier Ft.

Joseph C. Carter Park is located just east of I-95 off the Sunrise Blvd exit on the south side of the road.  This 21.6 acre Fort Lauderdale park has so much to offer.  It is most popular for its large lighted athletic facilities for football, track, baseball, tennis, and basketball.  J.C. Carter Park now has new pickle ball courts and raquetball to enjoy. There is an indoor gymnsasium, annex, social center, and recreation center.  Families and groups can rent pavilions located throughout the park.