Location: Boynton Beach
Top Things to do in Boynton Beach
The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Boynton Beach, Florida (FL)
Boynton Beach boasts the perfect weather for outdoor activities. Take a leisurely stroll and immerse yourself in the sights and wonderful vegetation at the National Wildlife Refuge. Go diving with Boynton Beach’s favorite guide, Kevin, at Underwater Explorers, snorkel in Gulf Stream Park’s crystal clear waters, and indulge in Middle Eastern cuisine at the buzzing Zaza’s Fresh Mediterranean restaurant.
Restaurants in Boynton Beach
1. Boynton Inlet
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 220 reviews
An easily accessible fishing spot in Palm Beach County. Also known for diving opportunities.
Reviewed By 1106Marcela1106 - West Hartford, United States
Used to go fishing here or just go for a walk down here. People always fishing at all hours. Its a really great little spot.
2. Green Cay Nature Center and Wetlands
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,071 reviews
Reviewed By DiverM - Jupiter, United States
We enjoyed this park and it's 1.5 miles of board walks. You may want to bring masks as you are on a board walk and sometimes people come from the opposite direction. They also close these parks earlier then sunset so arrive early. Wakodahatcheee is nearby and also very nice. I would recommend doing both the same day. They close Wakodahatcheee about 6:50 the night we went so arrive early. Both parks have very good views of birds and water.
3. Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 435 reviews
The Refuge protects a remnant of the once vast northern Everglades. At the Visitor Center you can take a virtual airboat ride, listen to night sounds of the Everglades and explore a gator hole - all without getting wet! Behind the Visitor Center you can explore the Cypress Swamp Boardwalk, a 0.4-mile trail that loops through towering cypress trees, pond apple trees, ferns and other flora of the swamp.Then relax in the nearby Butterfly Garden, or head across the road to the Marsh Trail. The 0.8-mile Marsh Trail is one of several walking trails along the grass levees that encircle impoundment areas, where different water levels provide habitat for various types of wading birds and other wildlife. Bring your camera and binoculars! You might see an endangered Wood Stork or Snail Kite, or any of 270 other species of birds. While walking the trails, look for tracks in the soft sand. Common tracks include those of bobcats, otters, alligators, raccoons, armadillos and birds.See the Everglades up close and personal in a canoe or kayak on the 5.5-mile Canoe Trail! Or enjoy the view from the levee as you ride along the 12-mile Bike Trail alongside the main canal. Canoes, kayaks and bicycles are available for rent. Try your luck fishing from the pier for largemouth bass, bluegill and bullhead catfish. Boating and sport fishing are also allowed in the main canal. State regulations for fishing licenses apply. Airboats are not allowed on the Refuge, but Loxahatchee Everglades Tours operates just south of the Refuge. Guided bird and nature walks and canoe trips take place on a regular basis. Ranger-led school tours are available by appointment.
Reviewed By A6996ZDmarkg
Rainy day wonder. Saw alligator and avians galore. One day I’m going to rent a canoe or kayak and attempt to stay upright in the alligator infested channels. In the meantime, watching the wildlife and visiting the visitor center is more than adequate. By the way, the national parks pass is honored at the entrance.
4. Oceanfront Park Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 133 reviews
Reviewed By MJS_TravelBug - Sudbury, Canada
The family had a wonderful day at Oceanfront Park Beach. The beach is clean, there is lots of room to park your chair and chairs/cabanas are available for rent. The water is refreshing. Lifeguards are on duty. There are restrooms and a concession booth where some picnic tables are available to sit and enjoy your snack. There is a charge for parking but it is worth it to support keeping the facility clean and well maintained. If you are looking to spend some R&R at the beach, this is the place to go.
5. Harvey E. Oyer Jr.. Park
6. Pet-N-Parties
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
What is An EDventure? An Educative Exciting Animal Experience! Animal EDventure Park is Open to the Public every Sat & Sun At Bedners Farm Fresh Market. Our Animal Park has a Petting Area w/ Farm Animals, A Feeding Area W/ Camels, Goats Sheep & Cows, Sloth EDventures, Lemur Edventures, Kangaroo Encounters, Pony Rides, Camel Rides & Bounce Houses. You can expect to learn about, meet & feed an array of awesome & friendly Animals which include, Sloths, Pigs, Goats, Sheep, Camels, Donkeys, Cows Lemurs, Anteaters and more. So Come on Out & Learn about these Amazing Animals The Majority of Our Animals have been Rescued or Adopted, They Do not live at our Animal Park, They live on a Beautiful 8.5 acre farm 2 miles North of our Animal Park Animal Park Admission is $10 per person Includes All Day Access to Petting Area, Feeding Area, Exotic Area & a Kangaroo Encounter
7. Mangrove Nature Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By Escape282904
This Nature Park is very attractive and a nice boardwalk makes it easy to go through the park. I saw many beautiful birds, plants and a big alligator.
8. Seacrest Scrub Natural Area
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By R5989SRlindam - Boynton Beach, United States
This scrub area on Seacrest is a well preserved peek into native Florida. It is well cared for, easy to access and a quiet and peaceful spot to visit.
9. Animal Edventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
10. Animal Edventure Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By littleone1118 - Fort Lauderdale, United States
Bravo to this family-owned animal park located on their private home property, for pivoting during the pandemic and creating a new business venture! Reservations are mandatory & done via text. They take up to 22 vehicles, split into 2 groups, each with its own tour guide which you listen to via conference call. They show many different species of animals, including camels, zebra, kangaroo, snake, otter, lemur & more! Many are brought right up to the closed windows of your vehicle. The guide provides tons of fascinating info about each animal. Tours take about 30min, plus time to venture into your own private pumpkin patch, with pumpkins available for purchase. We took a group of 5 adults, 2 teens & 1 toddler in 3 vehicles. EVERYONE enjoyed it and thought it was well worth the trip from the Plantation/Sunrise area!
