Palmetto Greens Linear Park
This park was created mainly as a bicycle trail along a newly formed canal. It's a 1/3 mile bicycle trail with bathrooms and a playground. This could be a good place to start young bike riders that is not such a formidable distance and without worries about car traffic. It is just east of Wilson Park and Poinciana Elementary School. The main entrance with the playground is at the intersection of Railroad and 13th avenue. There are also some spots designated for fishing with the mono-filament disposal sites available at the park.
Oceanfront Park
This is a wonderful ceanfront park with showers, restrooms and a newly renovated playground (it's pretty awesome now...especially compared to the monstrosity that was there before). The beach is pretty well-maintained by the city and a non-profit volunteer organization also frequently does a clean up here (Sandsifters). There's a nice shaded bench area near the parking lot that overlooks the shore. Very pleasant. Only drawback is that you get charged to park there.
Barwick Park
Barwick Park in Delray Beach is a wonderful fixture in the local community. Every morning you can find people out on the 1-1/4 mile heart trail or under the large pavillion doing an exercise class together. Located right behind the Fire Department on the corner of Lake Ida Road and Barwick, kids can swing or frolick on the two playgrounds while occaisionally getting to see the fire trucks at work.
Gardens Park
Right next to the City hall area in Palm Beach gardens, Gardens Park offers some class act amenities for local sports groups. It is located just west of I-95 and on the north side of the road. Six lighted youth baseball fields, two lighted adult baseball fields, five soccer fields, two play areas, a concession stand, ample restroom facilities, two picnic pavilions and six baseball batting cages are all the amenities at this centrally located park.
Boynton Lakes Park
This is a neighborhood park that is maintained by the city of Boynton Beach. There is approximately 8 parking spaces and no restrooms. Mainly used by neighborhood families it can be a nice quiet place to play or take bike rides. There is a large open field adjacent to the playground that's great for frisbee, football, or soccer games. The playground equipment is mostly for younger kids and the pavilion is very small so not for party use. Swings are both infant and normal so older kids and adults may also swing. Hours: Sunrise-Sunset
Ocean Inlet Park
The Boynton Inlet is a surf side paradise of sun and sand. A long time spot for fishing and family play. The Boynton Inlet has a 600 ft beach, jetties for fishing, marina, a playground for the kids, a short walking path and a pavilion for the picnickers.
If you visit the inlet in the later part of the year, October, November, its a good chance you'll find fishermen pulling in lots of fish. This draw is great for the kids who like to get close to nature. If the fish aren't biting, walk over to the playground and let the kids burn off some steam.
Bexley Trail Community Park
Bexley Trail Community Park in Delray Beach is a 11.2 acre park with 4 picnic pavilions, playground, parking lot, nature/walking trail, bike rack, a large open field space, and barbecue grills. Pavilions can be rented for your event. Call contact number for further details. Special note: NO bathrooms! The trail is a short mulched walk thru typical Florida fauna where gopher turtles, butterflies, snakes and birds can be spotted.
Lake Catherine Park
Lake Catherine Park is located on east side MacArthur Boulevard just north of Northlake Boulevard in Palm Beach Gardens. The picturesque lakeside half mile red dirt jogging trail takes a loop around this park. Plenty of shade trees are along the trail but there are spots without shade so be sure to be prepared. Right across the street is the Lake Catherine Sports complex with the all-important restroom facilities as well as play area and sports fields.
Forest Hills Park
This park is tucked up against a barrier wall for I-95. It has a small parking area and is pretty deep into it's surrounding neighborhood. When you turn into the neighborhood, keep all the way alongside I-95 and you can't miss it. The gate for the fenced in area is located close to the exit onto the street so be sure to keep a close eye on children playing. The park stretches out from the playground into a shaded open area. Quiet and secluded so be aware of your surroundings when visiting this neighborhood recreation area.
Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park
Burt Aaronson South County Regional is a huge park in northwest Boca Raton maintained by Palm Beach County. Remember to pay attention driving amongst the attractions because it is easy to get turned around in this massive park. Burt Aaronson Park includes almost 900 acres of recreation. South County Regional Park is definitely the gem of Palm Beach County's park system and one of the most comprehensive leisure destinations in the State!
