When people plan their vacations to Fort Lauderdale, outdoor activities are usually at the forefront of any itinerary. After all, there’s only so much shopping, dining and relaxing you can take – no matter how incredible your available options. A Ft. Lauderdale beach vacation is one of any visitor’s best chances to stretch those muscles, breathe in some clean, warm(er) air, and enjoying all that Mother Nature has to offer!
Fort Lauderdale Golf
This area is unrivaled in its outdoor possibilities, including outlets for every amateur and professional sport and pastime. Fort Lauderdale's golf is a major attraction, as the area boasts a large number of public, private and resort-style courses within the metropolitan area. There are also many options for tennis, baseball, football, soccer, hockey, and especially jai-alai, both at the college and professional level. When it comes to water sports, you’ll find an astonishing array of possibilities, such as swimming, snorkeling and diving, surfing, water- and jet-skiing, boating/sailing/yachting, and endless fishing opportunities. You’ll find an armada of public swimming pools to take advantage of, as well as water parks of every size.
Beach Activities
But why would you consider a man-made option when you’re so close to some of the nation’s most impressive beaches? You see, a Fort Lauderdale beach vacation rewards vacationers and residents with dazzling, powdery soft sand, warm, clear waters, and a cavalcade of adjacent restaurants and shops. There are also many areas in which to take in some beach fun, like volleyball and soccer, as well as numerous paths and trails for jogging and bicycling. If you’re searching for camping, bird-watching, and nature walks, there are also many areas to enjoy these Fort Lauderdale outdoor activities, including those located within protected parks and reserves.
State Park System
For instance, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, located along the beach, boasts a wide array of outdoor activities, including canoe rentals, lagoons, multiple trails, campgrounds, picnic areas, and ranger-guided nature walks. There are over 200 different species of wildlife found on the premises, as well as the Terramar Visitor Center, which provides intriguing exhibits displaying the area’s natural and cultural history. Or, you may choose to visit the Anne Kolb Nature Center at West Lake Park, a beautiful nature center and environmental paradise covering 61,000 acres. Here, you’ll find a breathtaking coastal mangrove ecosystem, impressive fishing facilities and piers, various displays of area wildlife. You can also view interesting films and a series of interactive displays, local and internationally created artwork, and even take it all in from atop the 68-foot high observation tower.
