Pembroke Pines parks: a 450-acre nature preserve with a 1,650-foot boardwalk at Chapel Trail, two dog parks, Dream Park's walking path and dozens of fields. City: 954-392-2130.

Last checked Oct. 9, 2026. Every park below is from the City of Pembroke Pines facilities directory; hours and features are as the city lists them. Recreation and Cultural Arts Department: 954-392-2130.

Pembroke Pines runs dozens of parks, from neighborhood playgrounds to big athletic complexes, plus a 450-acre wetland preserve on its western edge. Hours differ: most athletic parks are open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, while nature and dog parks close at dusk. Using a field for lessons, training or an organized activity requires a city permit.

Who to call

  • Recreation and Cultural Arts Department: 954-392-2130, recreation@ppines.com
  • Field rentals and permits: 954-392-2127 or 954-743-1005
  • Pavilion and hall rentals: see the city’s facilities directory
  • Parks master plan: the city’s Parks Master Plan page
  • Broken equipment or other problems: the city’s online request form

Nature and trails

Park Address What is there Hours
Chapel Trail Park Nature Preserve 19800 Sheridan St. 450 acres of wetland, a 1,650-foot boardwalk, an observation pavilion 8 a.m. to dusk Mon.-Sat.; 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun.
William B. Armstrong Dream Park 1700 NW 160th Ave. 35 acres; 1/3-mile walking path with fitness equipment, pond and dock, amphitheater, accessible playground, community center See city page
Jack McCluskey Rainbow Park 9201 NW 19th St. 1/4-mile walking and jogging path, eight lighted racquetball courts, covered playground Dawn to dusk; Sun. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Linear Park Johnson Street and 98th Avenue Biking and jogging path, small basketball court Dawn to dusk
Silver Lakes North 2300 NW 172nd Ave. Walking and jogging path, tennis, basketball, volleyball, soccer, five first-come pavilions 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun.

The city says the Chapel Trail preserve is home to 120 bird species as well as deer, marsh rabbits, alligators, snakes, turtles and largemouth bass. Its canoe rentals are suspended until further notice.

Dog parks

  • Craig Rupp K-9 Dog Park, 9751 Johnson St.: free, with separate areas for large and small dogs, obstacles, benches and a gazebo. Open 8 a.m. to dusk Monday through Saturday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday; closed Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for maintenance. No parties. Home of the city’s Bow Wow Ween costume contest each October.
  • Steven L. Josias Dog and Equestrian Park, 5836 SW 193rd Way: a city park with a Southwest Ranches mailing address, with fenced dog areas by size and paddocks for horses. Open 8 a.m. to dusk, Sundays 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; closed Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Big athletic and community parks

Park Address Highlights
Towngate Park 901 NW 155th Ave. Swimming pool and kiddie pool, indoor fitness center, four lighted tennis courts, ball fields, playground, hall
Pembroke Lakes Golf and Tennis Center 10500 Taft St. 18-hole golf course, five clay and nine lighted hard tennis courts, pool with swim lessons; golf 954-431-4144, tennis 954-431-4146
Pines Recreation Center 7400 Pines Blvd. Four lighted baseball fields, three football/soccer fields, six basketball courts, outdoor hockey rink; site of the Fourth of July fireworks
Flamingo Park 1900 NW 122nd Terrace 11 lighted baseball/softball fields, batting cages, two playgrounds
West Pines Soccer Park and Preserve 350 SW 196th Ave. Six lighted soccer fields, basketball, playground
Chapel Trail Park 19531 Taft St. Lighted soccer fields, large shaded playground, pavilion
Paul J. Maxwell Park 1200 SW 72nd Ave. Eight lighted tennis courts, three ball fields, playground
Fletcher Park 7900 Johnson St. Four softball fields, batting cages, playground
Walnut Creek Park 7701 Taft St. Three lighted ball fields, batting cages, playground

Memorial Park

Memorial Park, next to City Hall at 601 City Center Way, honors those who have served in the U.S. military and holds a 9/11 memorial. It also has a special needs inclusive playground. The city sells memorial bricks to honor a veteran; call 954-743-1005.

Arts in the parks

The River of Grass ArtsPark, 17195 Sheridan St., has a 450-seat theater and offers drama, guitar and art classes; 954-392-2122. Studio 18 Art Complex, 1101 Poinciana Drive, runs workshops such as the free Studio Saturday on Oct. 10; see things to do this month.

County park in the city

C.B. Smith Park on Flamingo Road is run by Broward County Parks and Recreation, not by the city, so its hours, fees and programs are on the county’s parks website.

What this means for you

  • For nature, go to the Chapel Trail preserve boardwalk; canoe rentals are suspended.
  • Both dog parks close Wednesday mornings into the afternoon for maintenance.
  • Need a field for practice? Get a city permit first.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the nature preserve in Pembroke Pines?

Chapel Trail Park Nature Preserve, 19800 Sheridan St., is a 450-acre city wetland park with a 1,650-foot boardwalk and an observation pavilion. It is open 8 a.m. to dusk Monday through Saturday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Where are the dog parks in Pembroke Pines?

The Craig Rupp K-9 Dog Park, 9751 Johnson St., and the Steven L. Josias Dog and Equestrian Park, 5836 SW 193rd Way. Both close Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for maintenance.

Where can I walk or jog in Pembroke Pines?

City parks with paths include William B. Armstrong Dream Park (a 1/3-mile path with fitness equipment), Jack McCluskey Rainbow Park (1/4 mile), Silver Lakes North and Linear Park on Johnson Street at 98th Avenue.

What time do Pembroke Pines parks close?

Hours vary by park. Athletic parks such as Chapel Trail Park and Silver Lakes North are open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday; nature and dog parks close at dusk.