Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Medley

"Around 50-minutes from Miami, Shark Valley is one of the best places in the Everglades that’s within easy reach of Miami. Once here, you can explore the trails and the iconic Bobcat Boardwalk that’s totally stunning on a gorgeous sunny day. Though, take lots of water and sunblock with you – that humidity and mosquitos can be tough."

"Shark Valley sounds like it should be the headquarters for the villain in a James Bond movie, but it is in fact a slice of National Park Service grounds heavy with informative signs and knowledgeable rangers...."

"With no gate fees, this sprawling urban park and conservation center spans more than 1,500 acres and is the perfect way to spend a free day immersed in South Florida's unique natural landscape. Visit the exhibit hall, walk along the mangrove-lined trails, check out the aquarium, or enjoy the incredible views of West Lake and the surrounding scenery from the observation tower. There are also traditional park amenities, including playgrounds, athletic courts, and picnic areas, plus kayak rentals and boat tours at affordable rates."

"This is one of the best things to do in Hollywood, Florida if you’re a total nature lover. You see, the Anne Kolb Nature Center is more than 1,500 acres of coastal mangrove wetlands where you will get to see many unique, endangered plants and animals. Once here, you’ll come across the four separate trails including South Trail, Mud Flat Trail, Fishing Pier Trail, and Lake Trail which are all relatively easy."

"One of the most popular destinations at the park, the Anne Kolb Nature Center is an educational complex centered on an nature center focused on the mangrove forest that surrounds it. Don’t miss the views from the 68-foot observation tower, which you can climb or take an elevator up to the top."

"Last but certainly not least is one of Fort Lauderdale’s best-kept secrets: The Secret Woods Nature Center. Document your experience as you explore walking paths made from recycled materials. You’ll be able to observe a wide variety of Florida wildlife including reptiles,seabirds, and insects."

"El Brazo Fuerte Bakery is home to fresh-baked traditional Cuban and French pastries and savory dishes. Cuban pastries come in several delicious sweet flavors, including coconut, guava and cheese, guava only, and cream cheese, plus savory options such as beef, ham, and tuna. The bakery also serves up some beautiful éclairs, Napoleons, Key lime tarts, and pizza-flavored pastries."

"A staff that wants to be your friend and remember your name. It's a plant-filled paradise where you can eat acai ..."

"Bakery/Cafe , Haitian"

"At Hammond’s Bakery, a small shop specializing in Jamaican patties that are a bright shade of sunshiny yellow thanks to the addition of egg yolks and/or turmeric. Hammond’s typically offers spicy beef, jerk chicken, and callaloo patties for less than $2 apiece. At those prices, you can afford to add some coco bread or a guava and cheese pastry to your order."

"Here are another one of the best bars in Fort Lauderdale that is family owned and inspired. The menu is inspired by their family and culinary expertise. Everything on the menu is made from scratch, even the pizza dough."

"Kush is a neighborhood gastro pub that specializes in quality craft beers. The have 18 taps and a rotating beer list that is sure to get the attention of any connoisseur. They serve rich, gourmet burgers and other tasty bites perfect as a happy hour snack."

"Kush is a craft beer-focused gastropub featuring 18 beers on tap that includes rare finds you wouldn’t find elsewhere and aged beers. The drink menu also includes a small, rotating wine list. The dishes here are phenomenal."

"DO NOT WASTE YOUR $ Disgusting establishment & thoughtless && rude waitress. I politely asked for a clean glass and was denied one, while being told that was…”more. Indoor & Outdoor dining"

"Little Havana's Agustin Gainza Arts and Tavern, located at 1652 S.W. Eighth St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the art gallery and wine bar five stars out of 19 reviews."