The park was named after C.B. Smith, a former Broward County commissioner who was instrumental in the development of the county's park system.
Paradise Cove Water Park utilizes a high-capacity filtration system to process its extensive lazy river and slide pool complex.
The park grounds feature a specialized disc golf course that winds through the facility's wooded areas and open fields.
A portion of the park is designated for an RV campground that provides amenities like electricity, water, and sewage connections.
The lake system within the park is stocked with fish, allowing for shoreline fishing by permitted visitors.
C.B. Smith Park is a 299-acre Broward County park in Pembroke Pines featuring the Paradise Cove Water Park. The park contains a variety of athletic facilities, including tennis, basketball, volleyball, and batting cages. A dedicated RV campground with full hookups is available for overnight visitors. The landscape includes multiple picnic shelters, fishing lakes, and paved trails for walking and cycling. The Paradise Cove Water Park section includes a lazy river, water slides, and a shallow pool for children. The park serves as a regional hub for organized sports tournaments and large-scale public events.
The elevated view from the top of the Paradise Cove water slides or along the lakeside sunset boardwalk.
Check the official Broward County Parks website for water park seasonal operating status before arrival.
Reserve picnic shelters or camping spots well in advance if visiting during weekends or holidays.
Bring sunscreen and insect repellent as the park has extensive open sun exposure and surrounding wetlands.
Attempting to visit the water park during peak summer weekend afternoons without checking current capacity limits.
The Paradise Cove Water Park operates on a seasonal basis, typically opening in spring and closing in autumn.
Appropriate swimwear is strictly required for the water park; athletic attire is expected for the sports courts.
