Apoxee Wilderness Trail

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Serenity has always complemented nature’s beauty. Such fascinating beauty lies in an urban park which is almost a mile from the northern side of the Vista Centre. It's simplicity is enchanting, considering how close it is to busy civilization.

Apoxee, which is pronounced as Ah-po-ee, is a word derived from the Miccosukee Language. It means Beyond Tomorrow. The park has a unique water supply which comes from the wetlands to ensure that the urban and environmental sustainability is sustained.

Dyer Park

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Dyer Park in West Palm Beach is regarded as one of the top 5 Palm Beach County places that tourists and locals love to visit. Dyer Park (Haverhill Road, West Palm Beach, FL) is located very close to Military Trail and Blue Heron. This park is one of the best places for running, biking or playing soccer. The less adventurous use this park for their daily morning walks or a casual stroll in the afternoon. Originally the park area was used as a dump and was turned into this beautiful park; so there are many small hills all around. 

Gaines Park & Warren Hawkins Aquatic Center

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Gaines Park located in West Palm Beach off N. Australian Avenue consists of a community center, sports fields, aquatic center, outdoor stage, tennis center and the Adventure Island playground.  Gaines Park was named after West Palm Beach's first African American Recreation Department and is the city's largest regional park at 56+ acres.  The community center and the pavillions may be rented for private events and parties.  The park is open daily except Sundays.  The hours of the aquatic center and tennis center need to be confirmed before visiting.

Grassy Waters Preserve

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This 20 square mile park in West Palm Beach is a critical water resource for the city of West Palm Beach.  It is used as a catchment area for West Palm Beach's drinking water and was historically part of the headwaters for the Everglades.  Educational programming and guided tours are available at the Preserve as well as a Nature Center with exhibits about the wetlands habitat.  

Monday – Saturday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Sunday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Nature Center Building closed Mondays; Preserve Open

Howard Park Community Center

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Howard Park Community Center in West Palm Beach is located off Parker Avenue.  It has the CityPaws Dog Park, 2 playground, swings, a tennis center and sports fields.  The Community Center and pavillions may be rented for private events.  Classes and other programming are offered at the community center.  The Tennis center is located adjacent to the Palm Beach County Convention Center off Okeechobee Blvd and Parker.  Just to the south is the community center, dog park, and the sports field.

Lake Lytal Park & Family Aquatic Center

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Lake Lytal Park in West Palm Beach is a 70 acres park and Family Aquatic Center. It features several sports fields and the fun pool with slides and splash playground. This popular and affordable public park is filled with many fun activities the entire family can enjoy. The park is open from sunrise to sunset and pool hours vary depending on the season. Lighted athletic fields are open until 10pm.

Nancy M. Graham Centennial Square Park Fountains

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The Centennial Fountain, located in Centennial Square at the south end of Clematis Street in Downtown West Palm Beach, can accommodate up to 100 people.  Groups may request permits to use the fountain area for a two hour period for $25/resident & $35/non-resident.   Permits do not provide exclusive use of fountain or wet play areas.  This plaza includes benches, tables and chairs, as well as an interactive fountain that is a popular site for children’s play. Street -side parking and garage parking is available nearby.