Anne Kolb Nature Center

A wonderful spot with breathtaking views! The visitor center is very well-designed, especially for families with children. It offers interactive exhibits and educational displays that make learning about local wildlife and ecosystems fun and engaging

A local treasure from back when the government cared about the environment. Super quiet, family friendly, and informative. Both the tower and the boardwalk are worth visiting. I've never seen so many tree crabs - not that I knew the crabs existed before this visit. Free/open admission, and the little gift shop is also a great value.

When you’re looking for a break from the beach and want to check out some of Florida’s natural beauty, this is a great place to go. There is a beautiful visitor center with lots of exhibits on local wildlife and a bit of history on the area. There is also an observation tower where you can look out across the area and see the skyline of Fort Lauderdale and Miami, as well as well some nice boardwalks that take you through the mangroves out to shaded pavilions on the water. We did not see any manatees when we were here, but we enjoyed hiking and the peacefulness of the surroundings. It’s amazing that such a large, wild and natural area remains in this thoroughly developed part of the state. The fact that it was totally free to visit made it even better!

We went to the Ann Kolb Nature Center today for a Native Plant Sale. We enjoyed the sale and then explored a bit. Beautiful place in the midst of the city and millions of people! We will be coming back with our kayaks and explore more of this wonderful place!!

Amazing hidden away nature preserve with nice well groomed trails. West lake park south of it also has a nice 1.5 mile walk/bike trail and a kayak trail through the mangroves.

Such an awesome park with a nature center that’s both fun and educational! It’s perfect for bringing the kiddos—make sure to head up the tower and stroll out to the pier for those Florida views. Just a heads-up: the bugs are intense, so don’t forget that bug spray or you’ll be itching the whole ride home!

Really amazing park with a super informative nature center. Great place to take the kids and don't forget to go up the tower and walk to the pier. One piece of advice tho, this place is SWARMING with no-see-ums, make sure you get repellant or they'll annihilate you.

Great find on our way into the beach. Free parking and entry to this fabulous educational center offering boardwalks and a tower with views of the bay. Facilities, picnic area.