Westridge Park — Attraction in Davie

The West Ridge Open Preserve is part of the Pine Island Ridge, the highest natural elevation in Broward County. This area is 20 feet above sea level. The southern tip of the ridge was a canoe landing for Native Americans over 5,000 years ago and along the ridge there are several archaeological sites. This area was occupied by both the Tequesta and Seminoles. During the 1950's this area was cleared for cattle. Davie has since tried to restore some of the tree canopy.

There is no dedicated parking to this preserve. You just have to pull off the side of the road. The preserve is paved with an exercise path that you can bike, jog, or walk. The cool thing about this preserve is that there is a couple of natural hills, a rare thing to see in flat Florida. Along the trail are benches and a number of protected burrowing owls nests although I didn't see any of the little guys home.

At both ends of Westridge Open Space Preserve, the trail connects to Pine Island Ridge Natural Area. You can walk all the way to the back of Tree Tops Park or go from Westridge Preserve along Nob Hill Road to Bergeron Park. The Pine Island Ridge Trail is popular with horseback riders so watch where you step. I love how you can go on to other hikes from this area. If you have not explored the Pine Island Ridge yet you are missing out on one of the most natural and nature filled...

This is a great place to walk. It is quiet, and paths are delineated nicely. Hills are a nice change from essentially flat South Florida. The owls are interesting scenery. This is a great asset for anybody who lives in Davie, particularly Pine...

Here you can see habitats for burrowing owls. There're some great bike paths and you can walk and observe them from a distance. If you bring your dogs don't let them off the leash these are...