Road Trips from Coconut Creek, FL
Coconut Creek is a good jumping-off point for a variety of Florida excursions. You've got several options for quick, under-an-hour trips with good drive scores, including some local routes that have parks. For longer adventures, there are highway-focused drives heading north and south, with one option even offering national park proximity. There's also a significant long-distance drive that recommends an overnight stay, making it suitable for a weekend getaway.
Total Routes
8
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
7
Under 2 hours
Hollywood, FL
31m21.3 mi one way
This 21.3-mile trip to Hollywood, FL, is a mixed drive, rated an 8 out of 10 for its route. It’s a shorter option than heading to Miami, and while it doesn't feature parks directly on the route, it's a straightforward drive for a day trip.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
25m14.4 mi one way
A quick 14.4-mile drive to Fort Lauderdale, this route scores a 7. It's a turn-heavy local drive, but it does include parks. This is a convenient option if you want a short trip with some green space nearby.
Harlem, FL
1h 51m82.3 mi one way
This 82.3-mile highway-focused drive to Harlem, FL, offers a good balance with a drive score of 7. It includes parks and is a solid choice for a longer day trip compared to the closer destinations.
Coral Springs, FL
16m7.8 mi one way
The shortest drive on the list at 7.8 miles, this route to Coral Springs, FL, is a local drive with a score of 6. It’s very close and includes parks, making it an easy option for a brief outing.
Miami, FL
49m35.9 mi one way
Heading south for 35.9 miles, this highway-focused drive to Miami, FL, has a drive score of 6. It’s a good choice if you want to visit a major city with the added benefit of Biscayne National Park being nearby.
Weekend trip
Jacksonville, FL
5h 47m311 mi one way
This 311-mile highway-focused drive to Jacksonville, FL, is a longer haul at 5.8 hours but offers a high drive score of 8. It provides access to multiple national park sites, including Fort Matanzas and Castillo de San Marcos.
St. Petersburg, FL
4h 42m249.2 mi one way
A 249.2-mile highway-focused route to St. Petersburg, FL, this trip scores an 8 and takes about 4.7 hours. It's a significant drive that includes proximity to De Soto National Memorial.
Long-haul ideas
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Jacksonville, FL
5h 47m311 mi one way
St. Petersburg, FL
4h 42m249.2 mi one way
Hollywood, FL
31m21.3 mi one way
Fort Lauderdale, FL
25m14.4 mi one way
Jacksonville, FL
5h 47m311 mi one way
Hollywood, FL
31m21.3 mi one way
Fort Lauderdale, FL
25m14.4 mi one way
Miami, FL
49m35.9 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
The spring season provides pleasant weather for exploring the parks near Fort Lauderdale or Coral Springs, and for longer drives to national monuments.
Summer
Summer road trips can be hot; shorter drives to Hollywood or Miami might be more comfortable, with access to coastal areas.
Fall
Fall offers cooler temperatures for the longer highway drives to Jacksonville or St. Petersburg, with enjoyable park visits.
Winter
Winter is ideal for the extensive highway journeys, including the overnight trip to Brent, with generally mild conditions across the state.
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