July is National Park month. Celebrate at one of these Pembroke Pines rec areas
When was the last time you touched grass, Pembroke Pines?
July is National Park and Recreation Month, and you can make the most of the lush green spaces and community areas that the city has to offer.
To celebrate the countrywide observance, first coined in 1985 to celebrate local and state parks as well as the workers who maintain them, the southwest Broward city is throwing outdoor parties all month long.
City-sponsored events such as the Mayor’s Play Ball on July 10 and the July 18 “dive-in” movie showing of “The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants” at the Academic Village Swim Pool are set to anchor the month’s festivities.
But the city is encouraging residents to get outside beyond its organized gatherings and has several ideas to strike inspiration.
Looking for a calm afternoon out? Consider a picnic under the trees at Ashley Hale Kiddie Park or take your pup for a walk at the Craig Rupp K-9 Dog Park.
Social butterflies might enjoy a pickup basketball game at Rose G. Price Park or pickleball at Silver Lakes South Park.
And if you’re looking to beat the heat, a swim at the Towngate Pool or the Pembroke Pines YMCA Aquatic Center is sure to cool you off.
Whatever your choice of summer fun is, Pembroke Pines has dozens of public parks and recreation facilities.
Check out these 30 city parks for ideas on how to celebrate spend National Park and Recreation Month.
Pembroke Pines parks and amenities
108th Ave. Kiddie Park, NW 108 Avenue and 19th Street
- One shaded playground
- No on-site parking
- No parties permitted
111th Ave. Kiddie Park, NW 111th Avenue and 18th Place
- One shaded playground
- No parties permitted
Alhambra Park, 100 SW 198th Terrace
- Three pavilions with benches and a grill
- One playground
- No parties permitted
Ashley W. Hale Park, NW 106th Terrace and NW 18th Place
- One playground, basketball court and benches
- Dedicated to former Pembroke Pines commissioner and Vice Mayor Ashley W. Hale
Ben Fiorendino Park, 10211 Taft St.
- Lakeside passive park named after former Pembroke Pines commissioner and Interim Mayor Ben Fiorendino
- Walking and jogging paths
- Large gazebo with benches
- Exercise stations
- No reservations allowed; first come, first served
Chapel Trail Park, 19531 Taft St.
- Lighted soccer fields and football field
- Shaded playground and pavilion
- Permit required to provide lessons, training, or any organized sport or activity
Chapel Trail Park Nature Preserve, 19800 Sheridan St.
- City-run 450-acre wetland passive park established in the 1990s
- Home to 120 species of birds, deer, marsh rabbits, alligators, snakes, turtles, largemouth bass and insects
- 1,650-foot boardwalk
- Observation pavilion
- Canoe rentals
Cinnamon Place Park, Pembroke Road and SW 86th Avenue
- Two shaded playgrounds, two small pavilions and one grill
- One volleyball court
- Outdoor exercise equipment
- City permit needed for any organized sport or party; no lessons, classes or instructors allowed
Craig Rupp K-9 Dog Park, 9751 Johnson St.
- Two dog play areas and obstacle courses, separated by pet size
- Gazebo and benches
- No parties permitted
- Closed every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for maintenance
Fahey Park, 98th Avenue and Johnson Street
- Shaded playground and benches
- Named after Pembroke Pines’ first director of parks and recreation, Jack “John” Fahey
Flamingo Park, 1900 NW 122nd Terrace
- 11 lighted baseball and softball fields, four batting cages, two shaded playgrounds and two pavilions
- City permit needed to provide lessons, training or any organized activity
Fletcher Park, 7900 Johnson St.
- Four softball Fields, two batting cages, one pavilion and one playground
- Dedicated to Donnith H. Fletcher, the first Pembroke Pines resident killed in the Vietnam War
- City permit needed to provide lessons and training at this park
Jack McCluskey Rainbow Park, 9201 NW 19th St.
- Eight outdoor lighted racquetball courts, one walking and jogging path and one shaded playground
- Name after long-time resident and former commissioner and Vice Mayor John F. McCluskey
Linear Park, Johnson Street and 98th Avenue
- Cycling and jogging paths
- Small basketball
Memorial Park, 601 City Center Way
- Home to Pembroke Pines’ 9/11 Memorial
- Dedicated to U.S. Military active duty service members and veterans
- Inclusive, ADA-accessible playground for people with disabilites
Pasadena Park, 8815 Pasadena Blvd.
- Football field, pavilion and two shaded playgrounds
- City permit needed to provide lessons and training
Paul J. Maxwell Park, 1200 SW 72nd Ave.
- Named after former Pembroke Pines commissioner and Mayor Paul J. Maxwell
- Eight lighted hard tennis courts
- Three lighted baseball and softball fields, two batting cages
- One playground and pavilion
- Tennis lessons offered
Pembroke Lakes Golf & Tennis Center, 10500 Taft St.
- 18-hole golf course
- Five clay tennis courts, and nine lighted hard tennis courts.
- Large pool with all-ages water aerobics and swim lessons
Pembroke Shores Park, 501 SW 172nd Ave.
- Home to West Pembroke Pines Optimist Baseball club
- Eight baseball fields and batting cages
- Large shaded playground, pavilion, camps
- City permit needed to provide lessons and training
Pines Recreation Center, 7400 Pines Blvd.
- Four lighted baseball fields, four batting cages
- Six outdoor basketball courts
- Three lighted football and soccer fields
- Two paddle ball courts
- Outdoor hockey rink
- Two playgrounds and a pavilion
- City permit needed to use this field for any organized sport or activity or lessons
Raintree Park, Washington Street and Hiatus Road
- Walking trail
Rose G. Price Park, 901 NW 208th Ave.
- Named after former Pembroke Pines commissioner Rose G. Price
- Baseball and softball diamond
- Basketball, paddle ball and tennis courts
- Shaded playground
- Swimming pool
- Walking and jogging paths
- Event hall available for rent
Silver Lakes North, 2300 NW 172nd Ave.
- Two lighted outdoor basketball courts
- Two soccer fields
- Five small pavilions, all first come first served
- Four lighted hard tennis courts
- Volleyball court
- Walking and jogging path
- No bounce houses, inflatables or outside vendors allowed
- City permit needed to provide lessons and training
Silver Lakes South, 17601 SW Second St.
- Three lighted baseball and softball fields
- Lighted outdoor basketball court
- Six lighted hard tennis courts
- Shaded playground, three pavilions and two barbecue grills
- City permit needed to provide lessons and training
Spring Valley Park/William B. Armstrong Dream Park, 1700 NW 160th Ave.
- Walking path with integrated fitness equipment
- Shaded playground
- Renovated pond and deck
- Outdoor amphitheater for performances and events
Tanglewood Park, 9500 SW First St.
- Large pavilion for rent
- Shaded playground
- Basketball, volleyball, paddle ball and racquetball courts
Towngate Park, 901 NW 155th Ave.
- Indoor fitness center
- Lighted hard tennis and basketball courts
- Lighted football, soccer, baseball and softball fields
- Kiddie pool and swimming pool
Walden Lakes Park, 20460 SW First St.
- Two lighted hard tennis courts and a shaded playground
- Swimming pool
Walnut Creek Park, 7701 Taft St.
- Three lighted baseball and softball fields, two batting cages
- Shaded playground and three small pavilions
- City permit needed to provide lessons and training
West Pines Soccer Park & Preserve, 350 SW 196th Ave.
- Six lighted soccer fields
- Lighted outdoor basketball court
- Racquetball court
- Shaded playground
