Size: 21.1 acres

Habitat: Woodmont is the largest remaining natural habitat in Tamarac, consisting of pine flatwoods and a cypress/red maple wetland in the midst of urban development. The site has been designated an Urban Wilderness Area.

Vegetation: This natural area includes South Florida slash pines and a wetland of cypress and red maples, with an understory of fern, beautyberry, fire bush, wild coffee, and wild lime.

Wildlife: Resident and migratory birds such as the great horned owl, woodpeckers, wading birds, several species of hawks, and various wood warblers can be seen at Woodmont. This site is a great place to see warblers and great crested flycatchers in spring and fall.

Amenities: Amenities include a 6-foot-wide, 1,615-foot-long concrete pedestrian trail that traverses the pine flatwoods and a 2,154-foot boardwalk that meanders through the cypress wetland, as well as benches and interpretive signage. Wildlife observation is encouraged, although bicycles, in-line skates, skateboards, and motorized vehicles are prohibited on the trails, and as with all natural area sites, pets are not allowed.

A Little History: This 21.1-acre site, located in the City of Tamarac, has the distinction of being the first site to be fully planned, restored, and opened to the public under the 1989 Environmentally Sensitive Lands (ESL) Bond program. It was one of the county’s outstanding pine/cypress habitats sought for purchase through the program and opened to the public on August 27, 1999. Originally slated for residential development, the site was preserved in 1992 thanks to the assistance of the Trust for Public Lands and $702,889 in funds from the ESL program approved by Broward County voters. Since its acquisition, exotic plant removal and replanting have taken place at the site.

Aerial image of Woodmont Natural Area.

The natural area is accessible from Broward County Transit Routes #57 and #62.

Woodmont Natural Area
7250 N.W. 80th Ave., Tamarac, FL 33321
Phone: 954-357-8700
Fax: 954-357-8703
E-mail: ParksMarketing@broward.org