John U. Lloyd State Park
6503 N. Ocean Dr. (Map)
Dania Beach, FL 33004-3044
954-923-2833
This 251-acre barrier island is between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, from Port Everglades on the north to Dania Beach on the south. Boaters have ocean access from two boat ramps through the Intracoastal Waterway to the Port Everglades inlet. Amenities include the Loggerhead Cafe, a full-service restaurant serving beer and wine, and manatee viewing. The beach also is one of Broward County's most important sea-turtle nesting areas. Recreational activities include beaches, boat ramp, boating, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, nature trails, picnicking, scuba diving, snorkeling and wildlife viewing. Canoes and kayaks can paddle Whiskey Creek, a manatee sanctuary that flows through the park, beaching their vessels for a picnic at the north end. Snorkelers and scuba divers can follow submerged markers to reefs in one of the area's easier shore dives. Other amenities include a 45-minute nature trail, shaded picnic areas along the 2.5-mile beach and fishing from the jetty at the north end of the park. Limited picnic supplies and canoe and kayak rentals are available at the refreshment stand.
Hours: 8 a.m. to sundown
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| Admissions |
$3 for one person, $5 per vehicle for two to eight people, and $1 for each additional passenger, bicyclists and walk-ins. Boat ramp fee is $5.
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| Attractions |
Camping,
Beaches,
Parks
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| Banquet facilities |
Pets are allowed in the park if they are kept on a 6-foot hand-held leash. They are not permitted in camping areas, on bathing beaches, or in concession facilities. Service animals are welcome in all areas.
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| Beach |
Shade available
(Pets are allowed in the park if they are kept on a 6-foot hand-held leash. They are not permitted in camping areas, on bathing beaches, or in concession facilities. Service animals are welcome in all areas.),
Boardwalk/sidewalk
(Pets are allowed in the park if they are kept on a 6-foot hand-held leash. They are not permitted in camping areas, on bathing beaches, or in concession facilities. Service animals are welcome in all areas.),
Great for kids,
Pets allowed
(Pets are allowed in the park if they are kept on a 6-foot hand-held leash. They are not permitted in camping areas, on bathing beaches, or in concession facilities. Service animals are welcome in all areas.)
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| Beach-facilities |
Changing rooms
(Pets are allowed in the park if they are kept on a 6-foot hand-held leash. They are not permitted in camping areas, on bathing beaches, or in concession facilities. Service animals are welcome in all areas.),
Showering
(Pets are allowed in the park if they are kept on a 6-foot hand-held leash. They are not permitted in camping areas, on bathing beaches, or in concession facilities. Service animals are welcome in all areas.)
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| Beach-food |
Concessions
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| Beach-rental equipment |
Other
(Pets are allowed in the park if they are kept on a 6-foot hand-held leash. They are not permitted in camping areas, on bathing beaches, or in concession facilities. Service animals are welcome in all areas.)
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| Beach-swimming conditions |
Shallow for a while
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| Beach-width |
Lots of room on beach
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| Boat Accessible |
Yes
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| Critics Choice |
Yes
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| Fishing |
Surf fishing
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| Parking |
Free lot
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| Pets Allowed |
Pets are allowed in the park if they are kept on a 6-foot hand-held leash. They are not permitted in camping areas, on bathing beaches, or in concession facilities. Service animals are welcome in all areas.
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| Recreation Activity |
Picnic,
Beaches,
Boat,
Camping,
Canoeing,
Fishing,
Kayaking,
Parks,
Sailboarding,
Sailing,
Swimming,
Walk,
Snorkeling
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| Water Sports |
Snorkeling
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| Web site |
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| Wheelchair Access |
Yes
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Important: Hours, prices and other information can change frequently. Please call ahead to confirm information.
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