Fern Forest Nature Center
NatureFree

Fern Forest Nature Center

201 S Lyons Rd, Coconut Creek, FL 33063

6 mo16 yrs

4590 min

morning · afternoon

247 acres of hardwood hammock with a stroller-friendly boardwalk loop, a small indoor exhibit room, and serious shade.

Why kids love it

The Cypress Creek boardwalk is flat, shaded, and just the right length; the indoor nature exhibit doubles as a rain escape.

Coconut Creek · NW Broward

🎒 Packing list

  • Bug spray
  • Water bottles
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Closed-toe shoes
  • Wipes

Safety notes

  • ! Stay on boardwalks and trails — this is gator country
  • ! Never let a toddler approach the water's edge
  • ! Check for ticks after grassy trails

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