Deerfield Island Park & The Cove Lunch Event
Come join us for a brief ferry ride from Sullivan’s Park to Deerfield Island Park, a 53.3-acre island that is the “…only island park that is a nature-oriented refuge-rich in both regional history and flora and fauna. Located on the Intracoastal Waterway at Hillsboro Boulevard and accessible only by boat…” Spend an hour walking the nature trails, observe the local animals and plants, watch boats traveling the intercoastal waterway, and appreciate this hidden gem. All for free. Then, let’s go to lunch at The Cove, walking distance from Sullivan’s Park.
Event Details: Saturday, September 26, 2026.
10:30 AM: Meet at Sullivan’s Park, 1633 Riverview Rd, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441. Parking is free for first 4 hours, but you must register your license plate at the Pay-by-Plate kiosk or mobile app. Stay longer than 4 hours at $3.00 per hour. After registering your license plate, work your way to the dock.
10:50 AM: Board the ferry to go to the Island. The ferry leaves at 11:00 and only every hour, on the hour. You must be there 10 minutes before 11:00 to be sure to catch the ferry at 11:00.
11:50 PM: Board the ferry from the Island to return to the Park. The ferry leaves the dock at 12:00 and only every hour, on the hour. You may not want to be stuck on the Island for another hour.
12:30 PM: Lunch at The Cove restaurant, 1754 S.E. 3rd Court, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441. Separate checks available.
Contact Suzanne Younker, 561-706-1847, with any questions.