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Chapel Trail Nature Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 528 Google reviews · Running trail in Pembroke Pines, Florida · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Chapel Trail Nature Preserve's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Lush wetland nature preserve known for its native wildlife, featuring a boardwalk & canoe rentals.
What runners say about Chapel Trail Nature Preserve
“The boardwalk is well maintained and allows you to walk out to the middle of the preserve.”
“It's a beautiful preserve with a short but nice boardwalk stretching out over wetlands.”
“This hidden gem spans over 450 acres of pristine wetlands and upland ecosystems, offering visitors a serene escape into the natural wonders of South Florida.”
I searched for a nature preserve near me to explore and this popped up. It's a bit out of my way but I am so glad I visited. It's a beautiful preserve with a short but nice boardwalk stretching out over wetlands. The vegetation is diverse with lots of Red Maple, Live Oak, Bald Cypress, Slash Pines, Water Lillies etc.
Stopped by to visit this Nature preserve with my kids. It’s a nice walk out into the preserve. There is not much going on here aside from a small quiet walk. Not long distance and should be able to be accomplished by any age group. There are a few covered pavilions that offer some shade.
Welcome to Chapel Trail Nature Preserve, where tranquility meets biodiversity in the heart of Pembroke Pines. This hidden gem spans over 450 acres of pristine wetlands and upland ecosystems, offering visitors a serene escape into the natural wonders of South Florida.
This is a Pembroke Pines wetland initiative that is worth to keep. We enjoyed a relaxing walk to our nearby nature preserve, where we spotted many dragonflies, the warm weather made birdwatching impossible. This is a really small park. Good for those looking for quiet time and maybe a connection with nature.
Trail conditions & character
“This hidden gem spans over 450 acres of pristine wetlands and upland ecosystems, offering visitors a serene escape into the natural wonders of South Florida.”
“Overall, the reason for the 4 stars is that the boardwalk was unexpectedly shorter than we anticipated.”
“The Chapel Trail Nature Preserve has an array of wildlife to view- from birds to turtles.”
Plan your run at Chapel Trail Nature Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Websiteppines.com
- Phone(954) 450-6895
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–6 PM |
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