At 272 acres of green rolling hills and meadows, Vista View offers a wide range of activities.  Outdoor enthusiasts have been attracted to the park for its athletic challenges.  The hills have become a training ground for cyclists, runners, triathletes, skateboarders, football players, and paragliders. There are plenty of places for family picnicking, an airstrip for radio-controlled plane and glider pilots, a dock for fishing, and an area for primitive group camping. 

Vista View is still developing and growing.  Some of the future plans include: more picnic shelters, a corporate pavilion, basketball courts, playgrounds (including a universal access playground that will be called Caitlyn's Corral, and a horse corral.

 

Picnic Shelters

Vista View Park offers two small picnic shelters complete with picnic tables, a grill, and electrical outlets.  Reservations are required and payment must be made when reserved.  Click on the appropriate link to see a layout of each shelter. 

Shelter #1 (PDF -140KB)

Shelter #2 (PDF -140KB)

Other picnic areas located in the park without shelters are on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Paved Pathways

Enjoy walking, running, in-line skating, or recreational cycling on the paved pathways.  Pets are welcome, but must be on a leash no longer than six feet. 

 

 

Horse Trails

A 1.2-mile horse trail loops around the park and connects to the trails that have been established throughout the Town of Davie.  Click here for Horse Trail Dos and Don’ts.    

 

Special Events

Vista View Park is home to many special events.  The park’s hills make it the perfect place for cycling or running events that may not be able to be held anywhere else in South Florida.  The flat areas are a great place to hold concerts, festivals, etc.  For information about holding an event at Vista View, please call the park manager at 954-327-8797 ext. 18371. 

 

Airfield and Paragliding

The airfield is home to the Vista View Flyers Inc. electric-powered plane club.  All users must be registered as members of the club and hold a current AMA card, which must be posted while flying.  For more details, contact the park office at 954-327-8797. 

Vista View Park is also home to the ParaGator Paragliding club.  All users must be members of the club.  For more details, contact the park office at 954-327-8797.    

 

Primitive Camping

Vista View offers primitive camping for use by nonprofit organizations.  All organizations requesting its use must apply for and be issued a Specific Use Permit one week prior to the date of use.  A fee will be charged per day/night -- $1 per child and $2 per adult. Youth-to-adult ratio must be no more than 10 youngsters to two adults, and overnight security may be required. Only tent camping is permitted in this area.

 

Fishing

Fishing is permitted along the shoreline and from the pier.  Catch and release is encouraged.  A fishing license is required (ages 16 and up) and all State of Florida and Federal fishing regulations apply. 

 

Film and Photo Access
The County allows the use of Vista View for film, television commercials, and photography locations, based upon certain criteria.  To discuss the use and availability of the grounds for film or photography, please contact 954-327-8797, ext. 18371.

 

Volunteer Opportunities
Vista View Park offers many opportunities to volunteer.  Please view our volunteer page for more information.   We also welcome aspiring Eagle Scouts to approach us with their project ideas.  Contact the park's volunteer site coordinator at 954-327-8797 to learn how you can be a part of this unique park.