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.
Amenities include
- Fitness equipment.
- Biking, jogging, walking path.
- Picnic area.
- Playground.
- Equestrian trail.
- Splash pad with about 20 spray features (currently closed for repair).
- Airfield for model planes.
Other Broward parks and natural areas
- Welleby Park in Sunrise offers free features for families and dogs
- Use telescopes for free at Fox Observatory in West Broward
- Hollywood Broadwalk is an oceanfront promenade
- Weston Regional Park offers shaded playground & sports amenities
- Vista View Park in Davie offers fitness equipment & playground
- Deerfield Arboretum offers free entry
- Train rides offered at Tradewinds Park in Broward
- Paddleboats & other watercraft rentals at Broward parks
- Free DIY bike repair equipment at Weston parks
- Woofing Waters Dog Park in Deerfield Beach