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Crystal Lake Sand Pine Scrub
4.1 ★★★★☆ 131 Google reviews · Running trail in Pompano Beach, Florida · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Crystal Lake Sand Pine Scrub'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.
This 24-acre sand-pine-scrub area features wildlife, a covered shelter, trails & interpretive signs.
What runners say about Crystal Lake Sand Pine Scrub
“A beautiful and cozy natural area in an easy to access location with good parking.”
Loved it! Lots of information about nature/scrubs throughout the trail, and recently updated. Def answers diverse questions regarding preservation and even why dogs aren't allowed; topics to comtemplate.
Short but beautiful nature trail in pompano Beach. Couple of benches along the way for you to take a break. We did not see any wildlife on this walk, there are informational posters along the way describing the plants and animals you may encounter along the way. Good place to walk with your kids and get some fresh air.
Out looking for a little exercise tonight I found this nice natural area that was first opened to the public in 2002. Located almost directly across from Crystal Lake Middle School I was familiar with this area and never even knew a natural area for hiking was here.
Nice to see one of the last few pockets of natural scrub land left. Love the information boards, nice short paved trail. Glad to see conservation exists still in south Florida.
Trail conditions & character
“What you have instead is two trails, the unpaved Sand Pine Trail and the paved Gray Fox Trail, that wind through 24.”
“A beautiful and cozy natural area in an easy to access location with good parking.”
“Even though I didn't know about this area the parking lot was full when I left on a Sunday evening.”
“Amenities include a covered shelter, water fountain, signs, benches, and a bike rack.”
“Def answers diverse questions regarding preservation and even why dogs aren't allowed; topics to comtemplate.”
Plan your run at Crystal Lake Sand Pine Scrub
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitebroward.org
- Phone+1 954-357-8109
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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