This is a small park, only 2 parking spaces but it is so cute. It is right on a canal and there are three swing benches facing the water. Right behind the benches is a a large gazebo that contains signs that relay the history of Margate. There was a homeless man sleeping inside so I didn't linger but from what I gathered this was the site for the office building of the founder of Margate, Jack Marquese. The name for the city came from the first three letters of Marquses last name mar and the gate part came because the town was considered the gateway to west Broward. The site of the park later became the first city hall. The building was demolished in 2005 and on February 7, 2007 the site was named Legacy Park and opened to the public. In addition to the swings and gazebo there is a boat ramp to put your water craft into the canal. A family of ducks looked to be quite at home here. At the entrance to the park is a wrought iron letter M that used to be part of the original gates to the entrance of Margate from 1955. It now sits in this park and marks the site of a city time capsule that will be opened when Margate turns 75. This is a nice place to sit and relax by the water and to learn about the history of Margate.
Dee Fox
It's a very nice part to sit and chat they have chairs and tables it's not a big Park it's very intimate. Clean and we'll landscape
Fred Kurzweil
A very nice park and very conveniently located. Great place to have a picnic lunch, or just sit out in the sun.
Chris Oakes363 days ago
It's a cool little park. Very clean. It had a small boat ramp that seems public but I didn't see parking anywhere. Check it out
Michael Pounds1 year ago
It's a good place to launch on the weekends your kayak, canoe, or your small boat.
Carol Plant1 year ago
Quiet spot with a boat ramp to unload and go fishing on Holly Lake or sit and enjoy the fish swimming while on the swinging benches... A gazebo with information about Margate.
The Real Head Honcho10 years ago
Nice small park with boat launch. Wouldn't recommend fishing here tho. You'll be wasting your time
Marianne Jackson10 years ago
Peaceful place. Nice to take a minute to just sit and enjoy nature.
