Dania Beach Ocean Park
Dania Beach, FL
Dania Beach Ocean Park sits just north of Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park, the town's own stretch of sand built around a 900 foot pier open around the clock for fishing. It's a smaller, more local counterpart to the bigger state park just south, with its own snorkeling spots near the pier pilings.
The 24 hour pier and the option to pair a visit with Charnow Beach Park's kid friendly amenities give it a practical edge, though it's overshadowed by the bigger, more scenic state park just to the south.
How we score beachesFish or just walk the pier at night if you want to see Dania Beach at its quietest, it stays open 24 hours unlike most nearby beach access points. Charnow Beach Park nearby has a splash pad and playground, a better bet than Ocean Park itself if traveling with young kids.
Metered parking is available near the pier and beach access points, typical of Broward County beach towns. The lot is smaller than the state park's just to the south.
The pier and adjacent beach access are flat and straightforward from nearby parking. Charnow Beach Park a short distance away has paved paths suited to families with young kids.
Check current signage for pets, policies at Broward County beach parks can vary by specific location and aren't uniformly documented for this park.
Winter and spring bring South Florida's driest, mildest weather. Summer's heat and hurricane season, June through November, still leave the water warm enough for a swim most days.
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