Three of the Best Parks in and Around Hollywood, Florida

I recently had an opportunity to return to my old stomping grounds in Hollywood, Florida. Known locally as the "Diamond of the Gold Coast" Hollywood can be justifiably proud of its own little stretch of 7-mile beach, but the city of Hollywood can be proud of something else - its parks! Surf and sand is fine, but sometimes you want to take the family where there are some trees, shade and maybe a lake or two.

In this regard Hollywood, Florida doesn’t disappoint as there are several parks within the city boundaries and another that sits right outside the city limits. Collectively, this triangle of fun in the sun could be just what the doctor ordered next time you and family or friends want to break away for some rest and relaxation.

Hollywood is home to more than 20 nature-parks that are located both inland and along the waterfront. This year, the Broward County Park Service is celebrating 50 years of service to the local community. And with good reason: with an average daily high of 90°F in the summer and 78°F in the winter, a day at any of Hollywood’s parks offers a relaxing escape from the home or office.