West Lake Park...

Paddling at Hollywood, FL

Located between Hollywood and Dania Beach, FL, this large urban park includes about 3 miles of mangrove preserve adjacent to the Intracoastal Waterway. Three paddling trails totaling 3 miles have been marked out through the mangrove. No motorized boats are allowed. A variety of paddle craft rentals are available. Small park fee applies (Map and photos below.)

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West Lake Park

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Distance: Red Trail: 1.2 miles; White Trail: .9 miles; Green Trail: .9 miles
Location: Broward County
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Tidal: Yes
Launch points: West Lake Park Marina (See map)
Nearby points of interest: Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, Dania Beach

Rentals/Outfitters/Tours:

Marina at West Lake Park (rentals)

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Paddling at West Lake Park
- Marina
- West Lake Park
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Paddling at West Lake Park... Comments and Photos

We visited the boat ramp and launch at the concession to scout for a possible future visit. We had learned about padding at West Lake Park from our friends at www.FloridaRambler.com - see their detailed report here .

Marina

Launch your own vessel from the public boat ramp, or visit the concession for kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals.

Public Boat Ramp

To launch area at concession

Launch area

Rentals

Concession launch from the pier

Looking into the marina

Boat docks

West Lake Park

This popular park includes the Anne Kolb Nature Center, plus biking and walking trail, picnicking, ball courts, playground and splash pad, dock and fishing platform on Tarpon Lake. Parking is free during the week.