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Sawgrass Recreation Park


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 92 attractions in Fort Lauderdale
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Attraction type: State park
Address: U.S. 27 north of I-595 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33329
Tel: 954-389-0202

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Nice tour
12 Dec 2009

We stopped here for an airboat ride threw the everglades. It was great seeing the wildlife. We came across a 8 foot alligator that came right up to the boat. Another one arrived which quickly became a fight so close to the boat we got splashed. After the boat ride, we went threw the park. They had a huge 13... more

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5 of 5 stars
west palm beach, florida
8 Dec 2009

I live about an hour away from the Sawgrass Recreational Park, and finally got a chance to visit it. I had such a good time, we saw an alligator, lots of birds, and the animal exhibits were great too. The tour guides are great, very patient, funny, and they know their stuff. My favorite was actually feeding the Grackles before... more

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5 of 5 stars
Ankeny, Iowa
22 Aug 2009
2
people found this review helpful

We visited Sawgrass during the 3rd week of August and loved it! We were not able to see any alligators on the airboat ride (a little disappointing, but not their fault), but we did enjoy the ride and the information presented. We really enjoyed the exhibits and shows! Our two speakers were wonderful even though some of the specatators were... more

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4 of 5 stars
Los Angeles, California
20 Aug 2009
3
people found this review helpful

Always wanted to go out on a fanboat and had a good experience at the Sawgrass Recreation Park. Found a brochure in our hotel in Plantation that offered a $3 per person discount, so my kids and I gave it a try. First, don't trust Google maps with this address as it is incorrect...MapQuest had the correct directions. The location... more

21 Jul 2009

We visited in July of 2009 and took an airboat ride. We didn't see any alligators but saw many birds and had a nice time. The guide was very knowledgeable and was apoligetic about not seeing a gator. He explained that if Sawgrass was like a neighboring theme park we would have seen many gators...good point, cant control nature. The... more

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5 of 5 stars
Tamarac, Fl
21 Jul 2009
3
people found this review helpful

I live in South Florida and have many guests who come to visit. So, needless to say I am always looking for something new and exciting to do. I have been on many airboat rides in the past and was looking for a new place to give a try, Sawgrass Recreation Park was it. I choose Sawgrass after reading about... more

10 Jul 2009

We enjoyed the boat ride, the animals and the gift shops. But the surpise of our car being broken into while we were having fun, Ruined the rest of our day . Better Security would be appreciated and a Plus. " We would recommend with a warning!!!! !" more

Management response from
SawgrassRecPark, Owner

We would like to extend our sincerest apologies for your recent experience at our park! The warning signs on the property were posted in attempts to prevent and eliminate these types of situations. We have employess make random visits to the parking area to check on the safety of our customers vehicles, however, much like any popular public attraction or...

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5 of 5 stars
Mentor, Ohio
12 May 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Our Ohio family sought the warmth of South Florida for Spring Break and one of our day trips brought us here after visiting the nearby Outlet Mall. None of us had ever done anything like this. Our guide warned that we may or may not see a gator and after about 15 minutes, we did. He swam right up to... more

Management response from
SawgrassRecPark, Owner

We are so pleased you made the everglades and our attraction a part of your vacation. We hope you enjoyed your time in South Florida. Thank you for the kind review and we look forward to seeing you again someday soon! - The Soverns Family and Staff at Sawgrass Recreation Park

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4 of 5 stars
Moravian Falls,NC
28 Mar 2009

We visited Sawgrass Recreation Park during our recent vacation to south Florida. It was an awesome experience. Traveling thru the River of Grass at 35 miles an hour sideways was a thrill. We don't have children but this was something my husband wanted to do. We also got to see 3 huge alligators up close and personal. I would definitely... more

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SawgrassRecPark, Owner

We are so pleased you made the everglades and our attraction a part of your vacation. We love that you were able to see 3 gators on our tour. Thank you for the kind review and we look forward to seeing you again someday soon! - The Soverns Family and Staff at Sawgrass Recreation Park

27 Mar 2009

My wife and I visited while on vacation in Ft Lauterdale and it was probably the most interresting part of our vacation. The boatride was great, the staff very friendly, and VERY reasonably priced. We actually found a 2 for 1 offer at our hotel. We saw 3 aligators which were within 2-3 feet of the boat , amazing photos.... more

Management response from
SawgrassRecPark, Owner

We are so pleased you made the everglades and our attraction a part of your vacation. Thank you for complimenting our staff, we strive to provide the very best in customer service to each and every guest that comes to our park. Thank you for the kind review and we look forward to seeing you again someday soon! - The...

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Sawgrass Recreation Park Address

U.S. 27 north of I-595, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33329
Tel: 954-389-0202