Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, Fort Lauderdale

Hundreds of years of history can be told through both the land and those who populated this estate turned state park. You get a little glimpse into the beauty of the Real Florida at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park whether biking it's two mile loop road, much of which is under a canopy of trees, or walking the butterfly gardens or happening along gopher tortoise burrows. See a Live Animal Show every weekend in the afternoon. Call for details. The park hosts several special events throughout the year and showcases the Florida Garden Club. Visit Park & Ocean restaurant at the Beach Gate entrance or canoe a fresh water lagoon. There's much to explore here.

Place was so fun, so much to do. We did the two people kayaks and bikes, the people working were especially nice. Sean gave us recommendations on what would be best for me and my kid as far activities, paths, and plan of attack, he said as so helpful and friendly. Make sure you bring water on the bike ride or kayaks as it's HOT and a lot of activity. There's a restaurant there, I didn't eat but a cold beer after the kayak was incredible. Lol. We will definitely be back, and bring friends. Good for small or large groups.