Outdoors & Parks
25 businesses listed
Beaches, parks, boat tours, fishing charters, and golf — the reasons people move here. These listings cover the outdoors across 100-plus miles of coastline and the edge of the Everglades.
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Bayfront Park
Parks
Downtown Miami's 32-acre waterfront park hosting concerts, festivals, and fitness classes. Features the Tina Hills Pavilion and sweeping bay views.
Benny's Fishing Charters
Fishing Charters
Family-run fishing charters from Pompano Beach with half- and full-day trips. Known for friendly captains and productive reefs.
Captain Sunshine Fishing Charters
Fishing Charters
Pompano Beach fishing charter specializing in nearshore and offshore trips. Smaller groups and personalized service.
Delray Municipal Beach
Beaches
Delray Beach's main public beach with soft sand, clear water, and volleyball nets. Lifeguards, restrooms, and nearby Atlantic Avenue dining complete the day.
Duck Tours South Beach
Boat Tours
Amphibious vehicle tours of South Beach that splash into Biscayne Bay. A fun family-friendly way to see the Art Deco district and waterfront.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
Parks
Coral Gables' 83-acre tropical botanic garden with palms, orchids, and butterfly exhibits. A serene escape with seasonal festivals and concerts.
Fort Lauderdale Beach Park
Beaches
Oceanfront park on Seabreeze Boulevard with picnic areas, grills, and beach access. A relaxed alternative to the busier main beach strip.
Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi
Boat Tours
Hop-on hop-off water taxi service connecting Fort Lauderdale's beaches, Las Olas, and the riverwalk. Part transit, part scenic cruise.
Hollywood Beach Broadwalk
Beaches
A 2.5-mile oceanfront promenade in Hollywood lined with cafes, shops, and a wide sandy beach. A favorite for biking, skating, and sunset strolls.
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
Parks
Fort Lauderdale's 180-acre barrier island park between the Intracoastal and the ocean. Trails, canoeing, and beach access in the middle of the city.
Island Queen Cruises
Boat Tours
Sightseeing cruises from Bayside Marketplace past Millionaire's Row and the Miami skyline. A classic 90-minute tour of Biscayne Bay.
Jungle Queen Riverboat
Boat Tours
Fort Lauderdale's famous riverboat offering dinner cruises and sightseeing trips on the New River. A longtime favorite for visitors since 1935.
Just Right Florida Charters
Fishing Charters
Pompano Beach fishing charters for deep-sea, reef, and drift trips. Family-friendly outings with all gear provided.
Miami Beach Golf Club
Golf
Public 18-hole course in Miami Beach redesigned by Arthur Hills. Challenging layout minutes from the beach hotels.
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Parks
Delray Beach museum and 16 acres of Japanese gardens with koi ponds and bonsai. A peaceful cultural destination with a cafe and gift shop.
Okeeheelee Golf Course
Golf
West Palm Beach's 27-hole public course set in a county park. Well-maintained and beginner-friendly with a great practice facility.
Orangebrook Golf & Country Club
Golf
Hollywood's 36-hole municipal golf facility with two full courses. Affordable public golf with a country club feel.
Pompano Beach Municipal Golf Course
Golf
Municipal 36-hole golf course in Pompano Beach. Two classic layouts offering good value for locals and visitors.
RingMaster Charters
Fishing Charters
Pompano Beach charter boat for offshore fishing adventures. Caters to beginners and experienced anglers alike.
South Beach
Beaches
The world-famous stretch of white sand and turquoise water along Ocean Drive. Lifeguarded beaches, volleyball courts, and the Art Deco skyline make it South Florida's signature shoreline.
South Florida Fishing Charters
Fishing Charters
Full- and half-day sportfishing charters out of Pompano Beach. Targets sailfish, mahi, tuna, and kingfish offshore.
Spanish River Park
Beaches
Boca Raton's 95-acre oceanfront park with beach access, nature trails, and picnic pavilions. Popular for surf fishing and family outings.
Thriller Miami Speedboat Adventures
Boat Tours
High-speed 45-minute boat ride from downtown Miami with music and 360-degree spins. Part thrill ride, part sightseeing tour.
Trump National Doral Golf Club
Golf
Championship resort in Doral with four golf courses including the famous Blue Monster. A bucket-list stop for serious golfers.
Zoo Miami
Parks
Miami-Dade's 750-acre zoo with cage-free habitats and over 3,000 animals. Highlights include the Amazon exhibit, giraffe feeding, and air-conditioned indoor areas.
Getting outside in South Florida
- Summer storms build fast after 2 PM; mornings are the reliable window for boating and beach days June through September.
- Ask charter captains about their Coast Guard licensing and what is included — tackle, bait, licenses, and cleaning vary.
- State and county parks often require advance parking reservations on holiday weekends.
SFL Today's directory is maintained by a local team and covers Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. Listing details come from the businesses themselves and public records; if you spot something out of date, tell us and we'll fix it.