Parks and Outdoors in Miami

A.D. (Doug) Barnes Park

3401 SW 72nd Ave. Westchester/West Miami

305-666-5883

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Amelia Earhart Park

401 E. 65th St. Hialeah

305-685-8389

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ArtsPark at Young Circle

1 N. Young Circle Hollywood

954-921-3500

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The Barnacle Historic State Park

3485 Main Highway Coconut Grove

305-442-6866

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Big Cypress National Preserve

33100 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee Outside South Florida

239-695-2000

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5 articles

Big Pine Key Fishing Lodge

Mile Marker 33, Big Pine Key Florida Keys

305-872-2351

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Billie Swamp Safari Wildlife Park

30000 Gator Tail Trail, Clewiston Outside South Florida

863-983-6101

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Biscayne National Park

9700 SW 328th St. Homestead/Florida City

305-230-7275

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C. B. Smith Park

900 N. Flamingo Rd. Pembroke Pines

954-357-5170

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Crandon Park Visitors and Nature Center

6767 Crandon Blvd. Key Biscayne

305-361-6767

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David T. Kennedy Park

2400 S. Bayshore Dr. Coconut Grove

305-416-1133

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Dry Tortugas National Park

70 miles west of Key W., Key West Florida Keys

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Enchanted Forest Elaine Gordon Park

1725 NE 135th St. North Miami

305-895-1119

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Evelyn Greer Park

8200 SW 124th St. East Kendall/Pinecrest

305-234-2110

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Everglades Alligator Farm

40351 SW 192 Ave. Homestead/Florida City

305-247-2628

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You might wonder if a gator farm is necessary in South Florida, where the scaly critters inhabit people's backyards, swimming pools and garages. But the Everglades Alligator Farm -- the oldest of its kind in the area -- is special. More than a farm, this Homestead attraction is actually an adventure park. Here you can see wildlife shows, ride an airboat, and basically bask in the company of their 2,000 alligator residents. Only in South Florida, folks.

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Everglades National Park

40001 State Road 9336 Homestead/Florida City

305-242-7700

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Flamingo Park

999 11th St., Miami Beach South Beach

305-673-7779

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Gwen Cherry Park

7090 NW 22nd Ave. Little Haiti/Liberty City

305-755-6119

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Haulover Beach Park

10800 Collins Ave. Surfside/Bal Harbour

305-947-3525

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In just a 1.4-mile stretch, you'll find pristine white sand, kites, dog-friendly areas, and the option to swim and sunbathe in the nude. You won't find any tan lines in the northern section (between lifeguard towers 12 and 16) of the self-proclaimed "top clothing-optional beach in the United States." As you head south to the dog section (between lifeguard towers 2 and 3), brace yourself for cute overload. From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., the area is a pup playground, adding wet and sloppy kisses to your beach itinerary. Let your four-legged friends frolic in surf, cool off in style, and play at the Bark Park, open 8 a.m. to sunset.

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Homestead Bayfront Park

9698 SW 328th St. Homestead/Florida City

305-230-3034

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Hugh Taylor Birch State Park

3109 E. Sunrise Blvd. Fort Lauderdale

954-564-4521

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If you want to immerse yourself in nature, Hugh Taylor's legacy is the place to do it. Fort Lauderdale's Hugh Taylor Birch Park features a humid maze of tropical hammocks -- the perfect throwback to what once was. There are all kinds of options for exploring this oasis, from canoeing the freshwater lagoon to hiking the two on-site trails to biking the paved road. There's also beach access, if you need a little sandy love in your life. And it's all just a quick jaunt from city living.

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Matheson Hammock Park

9610 Old Cutler Rd. Coral Gables/S. Miami

305-665-5475

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North Beach Oceanside Park

8328 Collins Ave., Miami Beach Mid/North Beach

305-861-3616

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Oleta River State Park

3400 NE 163rd St. Aventura/North Miami Beach

305-919-1846

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R.F. Orchids, Inc.

28100 SW 182nd Ave. Homestead/Florida City

305-245-4570

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Wynwood Walls

2520 NW Second Ave. Midtown/Wynwood/Design District

305-531-4411

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The world-famous Wynwood Walls is a Miami landmark not to be missed. This breathtaking succession of urban murals showcases vibrant, eye-popping works by a whole host of artists from the United States to Brazil, France, Japan, and beyond. Notable artists include Os Gemeos, Retna, Kenny Scharf, Barry McGee, Friends With You, Swoon and Ron English - and the eclectic assortment of aesthetic styles never tires.

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Adventure Scuba Diving

3447 NE 163rd St., North Miami Beach North Dade

305-949-1194

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Alice C. Wainwright Park

2845 Brickell Ave. Coconut Grove

305-416-1300

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Every park has its upsides, but not all offer stunning views of Key Biscayne and downtown Miami. That, and its rare locale in the middle of a host of high rises, are what make Alice C. Wainwright a Miami gem. This bayfront oasis on Brickell offers picnic shelters, a basketball court and water-facing benches for sitting a spell. Sun, shade and everything in between. It's a millionaire's view for the masses. And that's enough to make it worth a visit.

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