10 Best Family Parks in Broward County + Neighborhoods Nearby

Updated September 23, 2026 with Broward County's 2026 park fee schedule and the end of the 2026 water park season.

One of my favorite things to tell families moving to Broward County is how good the parks are. Broward County runs more than 30 regional parks, and the cities add plenty of their own. Whether you're buying in Parkland, Pembroke Pines or Hollywood, there's a great park close to home. Here are 10 of the best for families, and what's nearby if you're thinking about living there.

Know Before You Go: 2026 Broward Park Fees

• Weekdays are free at most county regional parks.
• Weekends and county holidays: $3 per vehicle (8 or fewer people), under the fee schedule that took effect January 1, 2026.
• Parks Passport: $30 a year covers that weekend gate fee for one vehicle at most regional parks.
• Water parks: Paradise Cove, Castaway Island and Splash Adventure are open weekends only, and the 2026 season ends Sunday, September 27. They reopen next spring.

1. Butterfly World at Tradewinds Park (Coconut Creek)

3600 W. Sample Rd. Butterfly World calls itself the largest butterfly park in the world, with thousands of butterflies, walk-through aviaries and a lorikeet feeding area kids love. Admission is $32.50 for adults and $22.50 for kids 3-11, and kids 2 and under are free. Tradewinds Park around it adds horseback riding, a farm, fishing and model train rides.

Living nearby: Coconut Creek, Margate and north Coral Springs, with the new MainStreet downtown coming to Coconut Creek.

2. C.B. Smith Park (Pembroke Pines)

900 N. Flamingo Rd. This 299-acre park has a bit of everything: lakes, trails, sports fields, camping and the Paradise Cove water park with big slides, water playgrounds and a 410-foot lazy river. Paradise Cove is $15 per person when it's open.

Living nearby: Pembroke Pines, Miramar and Cooper City, popular with families looking for more space for the money.

3. Quiet Waters Park (Deerfield Beach)

401 S. Powerline Rd. Home to Ski Rixen, a cable water-ski and wakeboard park, plus the Splash Adventure water playground ($6 per person in season), mountain bike trails, fishing and camping. It's a full day out.

Living nearby: Deerfield Beach, Coconut Creek and Pompano Beach.

4. T.Y. Park (Hollywood)

3300 N. Park Rd. Castaway Island has separate water play areas for younger and older kids ($10 per person in season), and the park has shaded paths around a lake, picnic areas and sports courts.

Living nearby: Hollywood, Dania Beach and Hallandale Beach.

5. Markham Park (Sunrise)

16001 W. State Rd. 84. One of Broward's biggest parks, known for miles of mountain bike trails, plus a butterfly garden, lakeside paths and picnic spots. Great if your family likes to stay active.

Living nearby: Sunrise, Weston and Plantation.

6. West Lake Park (Hollywood)

1200 Sheridan St. Rent a kayak and paddle through mangrove tunnels, then stop at the Anne Kolb Nature Center. It's the best spot in the county to show kids real South Florida nature.

7. Tree Tops Park (Davie)

3900 SW 100th Ave. A quiet, 341-acre park with a boardwalk over a freshwater marsh, nature trails and horseback riding that fits Davie's horse-country feel.

Living nearby: Davie and Cooper City, where you'll find bigger lots and equestrian properties.

8. Pine Trails Park (Parkland)

10555 Trails End. Parkland's main park has top-notch sports fields, open lawns and the Barkland dog park. Admission is free. It's a big part of why families love living in Parkland.

Living nearby: Parkland and Coral Springs. Parkland's new Wedge Preserve Park is also on the way.

9. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park (Fort Lauderdale)

3109 E. Sunrise Blvd. A slice of wild Florida between the Intracoastal and the ocean, with a lagoon for kayaking, a bike and walking path, and a tunnel that takes you straight to Fort Lauderdale Beach.

Living nearby: Victoria Park, Coral Ridge and the Fort Lauderdale beach area.

10. Weston Regional Park (Weston)

20200 Saddle Club Rd. A polished city park with an aquatic center, lots of sports fields and youth leagues. It's a hub for Weston families all year.

Living nearby: Weston, known for its master-planned neighborhoods.

Why Parks Matter When You Buy a Home

For a lot of the families I work with, being close to a good park is right up there with schools and commute time. It's where kids play on weekends, where you meet neighbors and where you get outside without getting in the car. When you're comparing neighborhoods, drive by the nearest park on a Saturday morning. It tells you a lot about the community.

Looking for a Home Near a Great Park?

I'd love to help you find the right Broward neighborhood for your family. Call or text me at (561) 289-9305 or email chris@homesbycusi.com.

Sources: Broward County Parks and Recreation 2026 fee schedule (broward.org/parks/Fees); FTL Review (August 11, 2026); Butterfly World (butterflyworld.com); The Friendly Scoop, "The 10 Best Parks in Broward County for Families" (thefriendlyscoop.com/news/best-parks-broward-county-families-2026).