Fort Lauderdale's 165 miles of navigable waterways earn it the title Venice of America, and the outdoor recreation matches. From beach activities to kayaking through mangroves, outdoor adventures abound.
Fort Lauderdale Beach
Miles of golden sand with the scenic wave wall promenade, watersport rentals, and clear Atlantic waters.
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park Kayaking
Kayak through mangroves in a 180-acre coastal park between the Intracoastal and the Atlantic.
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea Snorkeling
Shore snorkeling directly off the beach on a nearshore reef - one of the best in Southeast Florida.
A1A Beachfront Biking
Bike the scenic A1A highway along the beach from Fort Lauderdale to Deerfield Beach.
Deep-Sea Fishing
Gulf Stream fishing trips from Bahia Mar Marina and Lauderdale Marina targeting sailfish, tuna, and dolphin.
Anne Kolb Nature Center
1,500-acre mangrove preserve with kayak rentals, observation tower, and nature trails.
Waterway Boat Tours
Explore Fort Lauderdale's canals by water taxi, boat rental, or guided tour - seeing mansions and yachts.
Scuba Diving
Dive shipwrecks and natural reefs off Fort Lauderdale - a top Florida diving destination.
Wakodahatchee Wetlands
Boardwalk trail through constructed wetlands with incredible bird photography opportunities.
Paddleboard on the Intracoastal
Stand-up paddleboard rentals along the Intracoastal Waterway with calm, protected waters.
Official Tourism Resources
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