Stunson Nature Trail

Bernard Peck

Arrived to late to walk the trail. No parking here. Parked at adjacent Royal Palm Park and walked to Stunson. (about 100 yards.) Looks beautiful. Will come back to walk the whole path. The walking path is gravel but smooth.

Carol D.

Stunson nature trail is a nice little trail, easy to navigate for the elderly, parents with strollers, etc. You won't get a cardio workout walking it, but it's a nice way to spend an hour or so. It is slso somewhat educational, with informative signs describing the various ecosystems you are walking through.

Paul Gleason

Another gem in Oakland Park ! This mid sized Nature trail has now taken root. The abundance and variation of the native flora and fauna have now established and has made this area come alive with wonder. It is uncanny how much time you can spend on this trail and still not see all it has to offer. One of the smartest decisions in the evolution planning of Oakland Park. This piece of land could have easily been purchased by developers and become another community of townhouses and codos, however, it has been developed instead as a place were the residents of Oakland Park can appreciate living space. Thank you to the Stunson family's contribution to the continued beautification of Oakland Park. Drop by, see, and enjoy !!! It's free !!

Ariel W.

Stunson Nature trail opened on April 27, 2018. It was created in partnership with many community groups including the School Board of Broward County, Florida Sea Grant, and Florida Urban Community Forestry Grant. The nature trail is named for longtime city manager John Stunson who died in November of 2016. There is a dedication plaque at the entrance of the trail to him. The contractor on the project was MBR Construction. The created an educational walking trail with emphasis on environmental zones, an enhanced wetland area, new landscaping and irrigation, creation of earthen berms, and new fences and landscaping. $474,000 was spent on the walking trail and another $27,000 for the archway entrance to the trail. This trail is a welcome addition to Oakland Park. You can park at Royal Palm Park located next door and walk over. The natural ground trail is perfect for all fitness levels. Native plants line the trail as it winds around a lake and passes through six environmental zone. Once you finish walking here you can pick up the fitness trail at Royal Palm Park.