Long Key Natural Area is a great place to have a picnic by the water or walk around and enjoy the Florida scenery. The walking trail has several areas under construction so they werent open, but the parts that were open were very nice. Theres a victims memorial/reflection area which was very serene, if not a tad creepy - what with all the blank stone tables awaiting inscription. All in all I found this place to be a hidden gem and I look forward to exploring more of it.

This is an incredibly spacoius nature center off the beaten path. The bridges over the water filled with lily pads are peaceful & serene. There is much shade through the trails clearly marked with appropriate directional signage. The Broward County Human Rights Coalition reflection area is lovely. They offer picnic tables in shaded open spaces areas - great for lunches, reading books, and taking photographs.This nature center is very quiet and peaceful. There is the occasional wildlife roaming the grounds - to expected when youre in the woods. Parts of the park were closed off, to be expected but still a great way to spend an afternoon.

So I come here quite a bit for a nice peaceful stroll, out in nature. And every time I come here, I get serenaded by the abundance and variety of birds that reside here. From the woodpeckers, to the Cardinals, Blue Jays to Mocking Jays, just cant get enough.

A very nice little natural park. Plenty of areas to walk with nice paved trails. At the right time of year, check with the staff, migrating birds and flowers would be beautiful.There is a very interesting map of how the area evolved over the past half century plus. Nice little ‘museum’ with local items as well.Restrooms are clean.Definitely going to try to visit this park again.Didn’t see any fees required to enter the park.

Beautiful paved trail. Along the path is a thoughtful memorial to victims of domestic violence.

Beautiful Place for a wedding. The trails are great (watch out for banana spiders)Great place to hop on the equestrian trails in Davie if you ride. Everything is very clean and well taken care of. We had the whole place to ourselves to have a peaceful little walk. Not incredibly long, so good for younger kids or older grandparents to still get some nature in without being too much work. Has a decent amount of interesting history, make sure to stop through the nature cemetery and read up before hitting the trails. Has an excellent little reflection garden, fountain, and trail, would be beautiful for a ceremony. A definite thumbs up.

Very clean. Grounds are well kept. And I love walking under the big oak trees.

Very neat park with a mini activity type center for kids to see and learn about history, nature and wild life. There is a trail to walk that has some neat views centered around a pond but the trail itself isnt very long so you dont need much time. Definitely worth stopping by if you are close as it is free.

Beautiful trails with nice and informative nature center. The walking trails arent very long and mostly shaded by beautiful trees. There are also equestrian trails but I didnt use them so I cant say what they are like. No picnic areas but there are some benches and rocking chairs all around the outside of the center.

A wonderful lush, tropical oasis that is a compliment to the surrounding natural grasslands and tropical hammock of the Broward County region. A beautiful lake of lily pads, hiking trails, spots to lounge around with the family, and an informative information center, make this a pristine and awesome in park close to a number of communities.

Amazing and calm place! Birds and beautiful animals.

One of the best places to come and relax.Take pictures. See turtles and birds and walk with nature.

Had the absolute pleasure of going on a night walk with Kelly giving a great narrative. 1st time here but definitely not the last.

Its a natural preserve in Davie they offer free walks I enjoyed it except for the spiders I have to do it in the winter cuz theres not as many... For those who remember this is where the kapok tree restaurant was in the 70s I got so drunk there on kapok tree punches while waiting for dinner

Great park I recently discovered in my new neighborhood. Some places seem to be closed off do to current pandemic through.

Very nice place to enjoy a small trail. It has an area for exploring. Great place to bring the kids for a learning experience.

We did the moonlight hike and it was great! Our guide Kelly was friendly and knowledgeable regarding the history, archeology and nature of the place. The owl call was interesting!

I came here to take some nature photography and to get outside on a beautiful winter afternoon. I walked the path thats right by the main building and bridge. Very beautiful and so peaceful. I was the only person on the path and I was out there for about 2 1/2 hours taking photos. I want to come back to see the rest of the park. Great lily pads on the pond that make for some really nice shots.

Beautiful gorgeous park but a little abandoned. Trails are closed.

Well kept and very cool nature center exhibit. Also has some rocking chairs outside for those that cannot do the walk.

The trail was beautiful and the entrance museum was pretty nice too. Definitely try to visit this free park. They also have a ton of rocking chairs where you can sit and enjoy the view.

Beautiful nature area to relax.

Very relaxing. We had a picnic and had an amazing time. There were noise of passing airplanes but in all it a great experience.

Located in the City of Davie, Long Key Natural Area & Nature Center is one of the most archeological, historical, and ecological resources in Broward County. It consists of approximately 151 acres of oak hammock and wetlands; is a haven for wildlife such as various birds, reptiles & amphibians, mammals, butterflies & insects, and is a preserve for diverse native plant communities. The center is open daily from 9am - 5pm, with plenty of parking and free admission.At Long Key Nature Center, they offer some activities like:* Everglades Theater (Small room showing 12 min. video on Long Key)* Exhibit Hall (Natural history exhibits, interactive exhibits, live animals, discovery room)* Fishing (Catch & release fishing. Require license)* Walking Trails (Oak Hammock/Ephemeral Wetland/Davie Multi-purpose Trail, horse trail)A pedestrian bridge crosses a restored wetland area which connects the nature center to a nature trail.

A relaxing area and a lovely park, liked the Turtles.

Such a beautiful place! Weather was perfect. My girlfriend and I had a perfect date here surrounded by nature and the beautiful sights. Definitely recommend. Grab a blanket and some food and have yourself a perfect picnic!

Been here for 2 weddings now. Both weddings were gorgeous. One was during a bright and sunny day and we were able to walk along the trail during the cocktail hour and take beautiful pictures. The second one was recent and had gotten rained out so everything was indoors. However they did a great job having both the ceremony and reception indoors considering the room isnt huge. It never felt cramped either. Another huge plus is that the bathrooms were clean! If youre considering this place for a wedding, its a great option!

Great place to be outdoors. Although its hot in June. Lots of wildlife, including spiders. Fun educational area inside for kids.

Trail ride. Open the trails pleaze

Great place to go for a walk

Kid-friendly interactive museum demonstrating the archaeological and historical importance of Long Key. Fascinating that this was once the island home of an Indian tribe that was almost completely wiped out by the Spaniards before they escaped to Cuba.

We have our monthly Chamber of Commerce meeting at Long Key Nature Park several times a year. Their facilities are very clean and very inviting. The Highlight, undoubtedly, is their back deck. They have rocking chairs that Overlook what used to be the Florida Everglades. You can see a number of wild animals on any given day. This place provides a peek back into a Florida used to look like.

This place is huge! And beautiful!

Strange looking strangler fig. Nice park, very relaxing.

Beautiful place to spend a few hours of leisure in relaxation with nature and wildlife. The reception building has a very friendly staff and educational and informative area. We enjoyed our visit!!

Just wanted to say thank you to long key nature center also to Isaiah, Rafaela, and Sarah for these letters, they brightened up my day.

Wonderful center! Informative and peaceful!!

Beautiful relaxing nature walks.

Beautiful trees awesome place for a picnic and pictures.

Good place to go for a walk

Free and beautiful park. There is no much advertising for this natural reserve in Broward, so most people dont know of its existence. Perfect for a good hike in nature. Lots of shade

Beautiful green area with a lot of wildlife, theres a museum inside for children to learn. Its great to walk the trails as well. Excellent place to bring the family!

Excellent for a walk, peaceful

Short but nice paved/natural trails

Attended a Davie-Cooper City holiday luncheon. What a hidden gem, a a banquet room that is a great setting for weddings & events.

Went there for a family wedding. Great venue

Beautiful beautiful beautiful park and banquet hall! The staff is hugely helpful and kind!

Indoor building is nice and air conditioned. Great little museum inside. Trails are nice and are concrete. Plus metal bridge to the trails is cool with nice views of birds and turtles over the water. Kids had fun at the teddy bear event today!

Very informative display and historical information. Worth the time and effort.

Very cool. Tons of info about the area and so much to see outside as well!

Great place for business gathering/events. Its beautiful and the staff are friendly!

I visited July 2018. No entrance fee. Nice natural area on the old eastern edge of the everglades. Has some very large oak trees & other large southern trees. There is a forested area.Good interpretive center, there are rocking chairs on a long verandah overlooking a pond. Didnt see much wildlife- was hoping to see some game. Only saw waterbirds and turtles in the pond. Also saw a baby hammerhead snake on a pathway! The area is isolated so be wary of security issues after the facilities close, after 5pm.There are signs warning of this. If you leave by 5pm this is not an issue to worry about. Its well worth a visit.

What a beautiful place will definitely come back with my family

We live on the west coast of Florida and I did not know about this place. It is beautiful and holds tons of history about the Seminole Indians.

Very quiet place, to me good for one time visit. No barbeque places. Couldnt find the map if the area. Only cooked food is allowed on the territory.

Had the opportunity to officiate a wedding ceremony here. Very beautiful...

Lots of old growth trees. Nice place to visit.

This place was beautiful. I loved to walk around and see the beautiful flowers and the huge spiders.

I recently helped supply the food for the P3 eco challenge awards held at Long Key. As always, the facilities were clean, well presented, and easy to coordinate from a vendor point of view. Great place to host events including weddings.

Great nature walks here, and peaceful

Beautiful place to take a nice walk and learn a little more about this area in Florida.

Beautiful park facility. Peaceful, quiet, and refreshing. Fun historical information on one Floridas natural wetlands and native history. Great for families or groups. Has event room with modern amenities.

We were here for a graduation. The place is beautiful. Wonderful acoustics in the auditorium.

Place is BEAUTIFUL, was there for a outdoors wedding and inside reception.

Relaxed, peaceful ambiance; well kept surroundings; polite, pleasant staff.

County park, so free. Not much in terms of local wildlife, although I saw a raccoon and turtles. Wonderful for taking a walk, lots of trees shading the are. Also great for plants and trees native to the area.

If you want to relax, try this calm and quiet park. 100% recommended.

Awesome place like NOWHERE else in South Florida tall old oak trees If you want to see how Old Florida used to be THIS is the place!

Pretty nice nature center

Lots of history there. From original Indian settlement to amusement park to famous restaurant all within the nature center property.

They have an interesting little museum with local native artifacts and educational wildlife exhibits. When walking outside be cautious of huge spiders and their webs.

Nice area lots of nature and hidden gem. Went for a wedding and it was beautiful.

Amazing place, good to relax and pass the time.

Wonderful location...

Sweet free park right by Flamingo Get, definitely worth checking out for 30 minutes to an hour.Loved the rocking chairs in the sun (great way to read or nap), and a good interpretive center.Their short walk through the forest was much denser and in many ways more beautiful than the flamingo gardens forest, plus I saw a green heron, purple gallinule, and a common gallinule all at once in their pond. Made my day!

Had a wedding there.. Just perfect! Hall, museum, nature trail, bridge, wishing well to roam... easy access, parking simple.. lovely place to just relax.. They have rocking chairs to just sit and enjoy the view!

Beautiful old school Florida look love it

BEAUTIFUL place! One of the most awesome natural places...so much history and turtles and egrets etc...total paradise.

The Summer program that Kelly runs is amazing! There are over 20 different games and activities laid out for children to explore. Then, theres over a dozen insects and such set on a lab table to investigate. In case, your little one is too little, theres a wonderful toddler area filled with board books, costumes, and toys. Im able to take my 2 year old and 5 year old. The staff is sure to aid the children, as well. I can focus on entertaining one child, while the staff helps the other on an activity. We are very active in the community and my children are well traveled. This program is one of the best Ive come across! In addition, the Natural Area is full of life to observe! The last time we were there, we saw spiders, a woodpecker, butterflies, 2 large iguanas, and an osprey that just caught a fish! It was quite a creature filled day! Long Key Nature Center and Natural Area is a place worth visiting!

This is a passive park for enjoying the quiet, beautiful flora and fauna while also having a large modern hall to rent with plenty of parking. The hiking trails are in and out of forested areas, flat, and sometimes shared with horseback riders. At the center the roof overhangs, and rocking chairs are there in front of the pond to enjoy. The pond is surrounded by a sturdy fence. In the summer, it is hot, but the center is air conditioned, with clean facilities, although no seating.

Peaceful.

Such a mellow place to be with my wife

Very nice place to walk and see nature

Lovely nature center. Inside a neat history exhibit.

Nature center, awesome for events. Lots of parking.

Beautiful place but the staff is not very friendly

Nice displays and lovely grounds.

This is a serene, natural, and inspiring place. If you ever want to relax, remember Florida as it used to be, and do some.meditating, THIS is the place to be

Great history and hands on activities for kids

Nice trail! Beautiful sounds! Great get away from the rush!

Wonderful Broward County park with an indoor exhibit that is interesting and educational. We have fun walking around inside and out. They host great educational classes, especially for younger children with engaging activities themed throughout the year. We love Long Key!

Great natural setting and complex.

So peaceful and free. Very soothing views and trails that one can get lost in.

Beautiful place. It is a cycling rest stop for me. Vending sodas. Water and restroom inside. Quiet grounds with covered benches and rocking chairs without paying for entrance to official nature preserve. Free parking.

This park was once the Kapok Tree Country Club. Now it is a passive park with beautiful features. The Domestic Violence memorial is sad but a quiet reminder of what I see as a silent killer. It has a nature trail, rocking chairs overlooking a pond with lily pads, birds, turtles, and fish. My favorite feature is the spiral walkway which has water flowing along the path and a seating area. A quiet spot to think.

Nice place to have an special event

Well maintained, but again, an example of the county focusing on money instead of truly preserving a natural area site.

Beautiful park, the tree line is so high that is almost a mystic place. Great for taking pictures and just disconnecting for a few minutes.

Nice place to see nature

The marsh area was beautiful and the short trail was nice. The center had some pretty interesting info on the history of that part of town displayed. When we went the main trail was closed so there wasnt too much to see, but what we did was beautiful. Hopefully theyll have that trail opened soon so we can go back and do more exploring.