Pompano also maintains 19 local parks for sports enthusiasts or those who have a penchant for outdoor relaxation. Local attractions, fine dining and shopping provide a  myriad of entertaining options, not to mention annual special events including a holiday boat parade, seafood festival and fishing rodeo. The Hillsboro Lighthouse can be easily spotted from Pompano's ambulating roadways and paths along 3.5 miles of golden beachfront, sounding a beacon for the millions of visitors every year that are drawn to the excitement and accessibility of one of Broward County's gems.