While lots of parks in South Florida are relatively flat, Vista View Park in Davie is distinctive for its relatively tall terrain, with parts about 65 feet above sea level.
Entry to Vista View is free on weekdays. On weekends and holidays, the fee is $3 per vehicle for up to 8 people or $20 per vehicle for more than eight people.
Vista View Park, 954-357-8898, is at 4001 S.W. 142nd Ave., Davie 33330. Pets are permitted.

Vista View Park. Photo/Broward Parks and Recreation
Amenities include
- Fitness equipment
- Biking, jogging, walking path
- Picnic area
- Shaded playground
- Equestrian trail
- Splash pad with about 20 spray features
- Airfield for model planes
Vista View Park in Davie. Photo/Broward Parks and Recreation
Other Broward parks and natural areas
- TY Park in Hollywood offers walking path with lake and oaks
- Waters Edge Park in Tamarac includes a book walk, fitness & water playground & entry is free
- Woofing Waters in Deerfield Beach is for the dogs
- Vista View Park in Davie offers water playground, fitness equipment and free weekday entry
- Use telescopes for free at Fox Observatory in West Broward
- Riverwalk is delightful for waterfront walks, photos & festivals
- Free DIY bike repair equipment in Weston
- Deerfield Beach Arboretum offers free entry
- Urban oasis: Fern Forest is ideal for nature walks & entry is free
- Water playground at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield offers discount opportunity

Photo: Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach, photo by Broward Parks and Recreation