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Stunson Nature Trail

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👍👍 Arrived to late to walk the trail. No parking here. Parked at adjacent Royal Palm Park and walked to Stunson. (about 100 yards.) Looks beautiful. Will come back to walk the whole path. The walking path is gravel but smooth. People often mention trail, Park, walk, walking, Oakland,


Address

1701 NW 38th St, Oakland Park, FL 33309

Website

oaklandparkfl.gov

Contact

(954) 630-4475

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (90 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: 7 AM to 8 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 8 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 8 PM
  • Thursday: 7 AM to 8 PM
  • Friday: 7 AM to 8 PM
  • Saturday: 7 AM to 8 PM
  • Sunday: 7 AM to 8 PM

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  • 5/5 Bernard P. 3 years ago on Google
    Arrived to late to walk the trail. No parking here. Parked at adjacent Royal Palm Park and walked to Stunson. (about 100 yards.) Looks beautiful. Will come back to walk the whole path. The walking path is gravel but smooth.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Denise C. 3 years ago on Google
    It's a wonderful small place with native plants, birds and butterflies. Circular in design with comfortable gravel to walk on. I would describe this as a cross between a botanical garden and a wild natural trail but on a small scale, Lovely!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ariel W. 4 years ago on Google
    Stunson Nature trail opened on April 27, 2018. It was created in partnership with many community groups including the School Board of Broward County, Florida Sea Grant, and Florida Urban Community Forestry Grant. The nature trail is named for longtime city manager John Stunson who died in November of 2016. There is a dedication plaque at the entrance of the trail to him. The contractor on the project was MBR Construction. The created an educational walking trail with emphasis on environmental zones, an enhanced wetland area, new landscaping and irrigation, creation of earthen berms, and new fences and landscaping. $474,000 was spent on the walking trail and another $27,000 for the archway entrance to the trail. This trail is a welcome addition to Oakland Park. You can park at Royal Palm Park located next door and walk over. The natural ground trail is perfect for all fitness levels. Native plants line the trail as it winds around a lake and passes through six environmental zone. Once you finish walking here you can pick up the fitness trail at Royal Palm Park.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eva C. 1 year ago on Google
    Gorgeous 1/4 mile walking loop with anchovies vegetation and butterflies
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Megan P. 10 months ago on Google
    It's a short little walk but so pretty! We saw butterflies lizards and ducks! It's really peaceful. There is no shade, so come prepared 😎
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 PATRICK S. 2 years ago on Google
    Love coming here to walk and clear my head. Always very peaceful, clean and beautiful
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paul G. 3 years ago on Google
    Another gem in Oakland Park ! This mid sized Nature trail has now taken root. The abundance and variation of the native flora and fauna have now established and has made this area come alive with wonder. It is uncanny how much time you can spend on this trail and still not see all it has to offer. One of the smartest decisions in the evolution planning of Oakland Park. This piece of land could have easily been purchased by developers and become another community of townhouses and codos, however, it has been developed instead as a place were the residents of Oakland Park can appreciate living space. Thank you to the Stunson family's contribution to the continued beautification of Oakland Park. Drop by, see, and enjoy !!! It's free !!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 K. A. G. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a fantastic little Park with a nice walking path made of gravel makes it nice to walk on jog or ride bikes. My kids love to go around and see all of the vegetation, there are even small information booths that display data about local trees and flowers.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Deanorlandoricardoclarke RENOVATIVE inc (. 3 years ago on Google
    Had an amazing walk this morning
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 St Aubyn -Garry- K. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this park. Would have never found it if I wasn't doing an adventure lab challenge. I could come back here just to chill and read. Love it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joseph K. 2 years ago on Google
    It's great, it is designed for beginners with respect to systematic exercise.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Armani D. 3 years ago on Google
    Absolutely one of the most serene and peaceful places, amongst an oasis of beautiful nature! LOVE IT!

  • 4/5 Carol D. 3 years ago on Google
    Stunson nature trail is a nice little trail, easy to navigate for the elderly, parents with strollers, etc. You won't get a cardio workout walking it, but it's a nice way to spend an hour or so. It is slso somewhat educational, with informative signs describing the various ecosystems you are walking through.

  • 5/5 Raul B. 3 years ago on Google
    It is like a botanical garden in Oakland Park very cultured walks there's even some swamp areas very natural although there's not much shade in the afternoon sun that's my only complaint as you walk thru the park

  • 5/5 Bill M. 2 years ago on Google
    Always something new to see here. Can’t wait till the orchids bloom.

  • 5/5 Anna S. 11 months ago on Google
    Love this park. Would have never found it if I wasn't doing an adventure lab challenge.

  • 4/5 Gracie F. 8 months ago on Google
    PLEASE address the mildew problem currently affecting the native plants. Looks like some shrubs and a tree have turned to a black/dark hue and are starting to die. Perhaps it's time to bring volunteers to treat and care for the native plants; it's not just a matter of trimming and cutting. City of Oakland Park, please train staff to care for natives. This park is beautiful, but as plants grow, we must continue their care.

  • 4/5 Carl “Henry” P. 5 months ago on Google
    Right next to a playground area, nice walk path and sitting area view


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Activities
    • ✓️ Hiking
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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