Guided Tours

The paddling adventure begins with Park

and Ocean at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park

in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The tour guide

will share insight on the local history and

show you animals that reside in the area

inside the park's borders along the way.

HOURLY RETAILS AVAILABLE ON LOCATION

ONLY ON FIRST-COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS

Guided Tours

The paddling adventure begins with Park and Ocean at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The tour guide will share insight on the local history and show you animals that reside in the area inside the park's borders along the way.

HOURLY RETAILS AVAILABLE ON LOCATION ONLY ON FIRST-COME,FIRST SERVED BASIS

What’s Included?

Guided Eco Tours

Paddle along an ancient and fresh water Coastal Dune Lake for a mile, an endangered ecosystem crucial to the environmental health of this state park’s barrier island system. This is our little piece of the Everglades for all to enjoy.

HOURLY RETAILS AVAILABLE ON LOCATION

ONLY ON FIRST-COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS

Guided Eco Tours

Paddle along an ancient and fresh Water Coastal Dune Lake for a mile, an endangered ecosystem crucial to the environmental health of this state park’s barrier island system. This is our little piece of the Everglades for all to enjoy.

HOURLY RETAILS AVAILABLE ON LOCATION

ONLY ON FIRST-COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS

Sunset Tours

Take your pick of a kayak or paddle board for our weekly Friday evening sunset tour at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. Paddle along an

ancient and fresh water Coastal Dune Lake enjoying the stunning casts of our South Florida sunsets.

Sunset Tours

Take your pick of a kayak or paddle board for our weekly Friday evening sunset tour at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. Paddle along an ancient and fresh water Coastal Dune Lake enjoying the stunning casts of our South Florida sunsets.

Full Moon Kayak Tour

Venture together under the light of the full moon, luci lights in hand for our Monthly Full Moon Kayak Tour at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. Follow our tour guides on a 45 minute paddle along an ancient and fresh water Coastal Dune Lake for a mile, an endangered ecosystem crucial to the environmental health

of this state park’s barrier island system. This is our little piece of the

Everglades for all to enjoy under the stunning casts of our Florida moonlight.

HOURLY RETAILS AVAILABLE ON LOCATION

ONLY ON FIRST-COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS

Full Moon Kayak Tour

Venture together under the light of the full moon, luci lights in hand for our Monthly Full Moon Kayak Tour at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. Follow our tour guides on a 45 minute paddle along an ancient and fresh water Coastal Dune Lake for a mile, an endangered ecosystem crucial to the environmental health of this state park’s barrier island system. This is our little piece of the Everglades for all to enjoy under the stunning casts of our Florida moonlight.

HOURLY RETAILS AVAILABLE ON LOCATION

ONLY ON FIRST-COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS

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What To Bring?

Bathing Suit

Sunscreen

TowelsSun Protective Clothing (ie. Hats & Sun Shirts)

Water Shoes or Waterproof Sandals

Waterproof bags and phone cases

What's Included?

Kayak or Paddleboards

Safety Vests

Safety Instructions

What Is The Eligibility Criteria?

In order to participate in this program, one:

Must not exceed the manufacturer’s weight limit for the vessel (450 lbs.

tandem kayak or 275 lbs. single kayak).

Must have the ability to follow verbal and/or visual instructions

independently or with the assistance of a companion.

Must have the ability to wear a properly fitted personal flotation device.

Must have the ability to enter and exit the kayak independently or with the

assistance of a companion or with the use of adaptive equipment.

Must have At least one person in the kayak with the ability to move it

through the water in a stable manner and return it to the launching area.

Must have the ability to tolerate 80 degree Fahrenheit water and bright

sunlight for 1.5 hours.

In the event of capsize,

one:Must have the ability to get out from under the watercraft independently.

Must have the ability to right oneself and remain face up in the water with

the aid of a personal flotation device.

Liability Waiver

Please see here for our Liability Waiver.

What To Bring?

Bathing Suit

Sunscreen

TowelsSun Protective Clothing (ie. Hats & Sun Shirts)

Water Shoes or Waterproof Sandals

Waterproof bags and phone cases

What's Included?

Kayak or Paddleboards

Safety Vests

Safety Instructions

What Is The Eligibility Criteria?

In order to participate in this program, one:

Must not exceed the manufacturer’s weight limit for the vessel (450 lbs.

tandem kayak or 275 lbs. single kayak).

Must have the ability to follow verbal and/or visual instructions

independently or with the assistance of a companion.

Must have the ability to wear a properly fitted personal flotation device.

Must have the ability to enter and exit the kayak independently or with the

assistance of a companion or with the use of adaptive equipment.

Must have At least one person in the kayak with the ability to move it

through the water in a stable manner and return it to the launching area.

Must have the ability to tolerate 80 degree Fahrenheit water and bright

sunlight for 1.5 hours.

In the event of capsize,

one:Must have the ability to get out from under the watercraft independently.

Must have the ability to right oneself and remain face up in the water with

the aid of a personal flotation device.

Liability Waiver

Please see here for our Liability Waiver.

Have any Questions or Concerns?

Kind Words by Our Visitors

JAN C

What a great spot to grab a delicious bite and a beer ( adult beverages) we rode all around the beautiful park with our bikes then sat down to enjoy the music and food under the tress, with sand under our feet! Parking is plenty all around the park with an entrance fee. Well worth the visit! Stroll , bike or drive around the park or you can even jump on a kayak for a nice paddle. Check it out!

Ron Kor...

The coolest bar restaurant you will ever see. Underneath the sea grape trees is a very cool bar with live music delicious cheeseburgers and other goodies. Ray and Dani behind the bar were so cool and so accommodating and so friendly. Just love them. What a great place to have some drinks and a bite to eat. It looks out to the ocean. Birch State Park is right behind it. Wow what a great find. Highly recommended

Michell...

Danielle is the best server with amazing energy.This place is such a vibe, it's chill, the drinks are good and they have great snacks if you happened to be hungry.Definitely stop by when you're going across the street to the beach

JAN C

What a great spot to grab a delicious bite and a beer ( adult beverages) we rode all around the beautiful park with our bikes then sat down to enjoy the music and food under the tress, with sand under our feet! Parking is plenty all around the park with an entrance fee. Well worth the visit! Stroll , bike or drive around the park or you can even jump on a kayak for a nice paddle. Check it out!

Ron Kor...

The coolest bar restaurant you will ever see. Underneath the sea grape trees is a very cool bar with live music delicious cheeseburgers and other goodies. Ray and Dani behind the bar were so cool and so accommodating and so friendly. Just love them. What a great place to have some drinks and a bite to eat. It looks out to the ocean. Birch State Park is right behind it. Wow what a great find. Highly recommended

Michell...

Danielle is the best server with amazing energy.This place is such a vibe, it's chill, the drinks are good and they have great snacks if you happened to be hungry.Definitely stop by when you're going across the street to the beach

Nils krahn...

Really lovely beer garden. The back area has picnic benches under a tree canopy with a view of the ocean. Wow! I wish the place would be open longer during the week.

khatryn S...

PHENOMENAL! This team goes above and beyond with catering to their guests. We could not have had a better experience when bringing a small group in, let alone when we go there on our own. Park&Ocean will continue to be a fan favorite with the expertise, kindness, and best all around customer service they provide. They do their jobs with heart and it does NOT go unnoticed. Thank you for making our day so special!

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Nils krahn...

Really lovely beer garden. The back area has picnic benches under a tree canopy with a view of the ocean. Wow! I wish the place would be open longer during the week.

khatryn S...

PHENOMENAL! This team goes above and beyond with catering to their guests. We could not have had a better experience when bringing a small group in, let alone when we go there on our own. Park&Ocean will continue to be a fan favorite with the expertise, kindness, and best all around customer service they provide. They do their jobs with heart and it does NOT go unnoticed. Thank you for making our day so special!