Deerfield Island Park
City Parks & Gardens
North
History, Outdoors, Local Culture, Science
Mobility Obstacles: Moving Walkways
Waterways
Notes: Park is handicapped accessible at high tide only. Call park office for tide schedule.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Deerfield Island Park
Located on an island
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1720 Deerfield Island Park Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 |
+1 954 360 1320 |
Description
Located on an island bordered by the Royal Palm Waterway, Hillsboro Canal and the Intracoastal Waterway, this "urban wilderness area" features an 8.5-acre mangrove swamp filled with wildlife and two nature trails, the Coquina and the Mangrove Trail. Self-guided trail maps are available at the park office. The park can only be accessed by boat, but the Park Department provides free boat service to and from the island. Boats depart from and return to the Sullivan Park floating boat dock, located along Riverview Road and Hillsboro Boulevard.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: Winter: 8a-6p M-Su, Summer: 8a-7:30p M-SuVisit Time: Half day(4hr)-Full day(8hr)
Best Time to Visit: During winter months.
Why Best: It's much cooler outside.
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: A free shuttle transports visitors to the island (call for times and reservations), and there is a marina with six slips available for small boats on a first-come, first-served basis.
Price: Free
Exposure
Outdoor with little or no covering.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
Ferry/Boat
Notes: Only accessible by boat so you have no choice!
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: Free
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