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Markham Park
Categories: Parks, Bike Rentals, Boating, Playgrounds, Swimming Pools, Beaches [Edit]
16001 W State Rd84
Sunrise, FL 33326
(954) 389-2000
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
3 reviews for Markham Park
This is a large, unique, county operated park on the edge of the Florida Everglades.
First, the park is situated on 666 acres alongside the Sawgrass Expressway and State Road 84. Two canals run alongside it, both with boat ramps which give you access to miles of great urban fishing with the opportunity to catch bass, bream & even snook. Paddle boat & canoe rentals are available inside the park, with several small lakes connecting to each other; no motor boats allowed in rental boat areas though. Another small lake around the back of the park is used exclusively for jet skiing and occasional remote control boat racing.
Second, there is a busy model airplane field. I have spent so many days sitting along side that field, watching the remote control helicopters, airplanes, and jets. Admiring, but secretly hoping that someone would lose control and smash their toy straight into the ground. I have been rewarded with that spectacle twice.
Third, there is a gun range; to include an outdoor rifle range, skeet & trap shooting, and a specialized section called "sporting clays."
4th, you wouldn't expect to find great mountain biking in a county where the average elevation above sea level is 10FT. But, the county has made a great set of bike trails, with difficulty levels ranging from amateur to pro, including challenging climbs and drop-offs; helmets are mandatory regardless of age. There is a bike wash located at the entrance to the trails.
Lastly, there are your normal park amenities such as, a large swimming pool, grills, pavillions, RV hookups, a campground, walking trails, and equestrian trails. A walk around the back of the park takes you to a dike above the everglades, and offers a commanding view above the sawgrass.
This is one of my favorite parks of all time, and I would highly recommend it.
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My favorite park! I've been coming here for decades. Great place to BBQ, have a party or a quiet picnic. There's swimming pools, tennis courts, huge grassy areas, moutain bike trails, kayak rentals. This place has it all.
I have to agree with Jordan. This place is amazing. I wish I lived closer. We used to have BBQ's there all the time and ride the mountain bike trails on the weekends. Gotta get back to that. Man, some of those trails were pretty advanced and extreme, so proceed with cution if you are not the avid mountain biker and stay on the Novice paths. Expert paths are tough for a rookie. Love this park!