Many parks in Miami were created out of reclaimed land which is one of the most cost effective ways…read moreto create new parks. Prime land is turned into developments while dirty land that was a trash dump or an incinerator site years ago gets cleaned up and repurposed as a park as is the case with Westwind Lakes Park. When Westwind Lakes Park was built the county discovered methane leaking from the ground caused by buried organic waste. A venting system was installed to make the land safe for a park. Today Westwinds Lake Park is a popular recreational destination for families with children. The park features a splash pad and large covered playground for outdoor fun. The park also has a skate park with two six foot quarter pipes, rails, launch and bank ramps, a wall ride, stairs and different sized hubbas, a ledge that angles down a set of stairs. A memorial to Columbia is also in Westwinds Lake Park. Kendall sometimes called Little Colombia, has a strong Colombian influence in its population, restaurants, and culture. The memorial highlights Kendall's deep-rooted connection to their Colombian heritage. Other park amenities include picnic pavilions with tables, outdoor fitness equipment, a paved walking course, sand volleyball court, and a recreation center that offers an afterschool program, school break camps for kids, active older adult, and fitness programs. Whether you're looking for a picnic, workout, or a family-friendly outing, this park provides something for everyone. The well-maintained facilities make Westwind Lakes Park a welcome destination for locals and visitors alike.

Really nice splash pad, calm nice area, clean and everything is working. Ice cream truck comes at…read moreleast once a day

Great parks need trees and this park has them. DFP has a lot of the things I look for when it comes…read moreto spending a weekend afternoon with the kids when they need to touch grass. The playground is top notch and shaded enough that the kids don't whine about heat. Nice walking paths and grassy areas to run around in. Parking could be better but I'm glad they have a bathroom

Dante Fascell Park is located on Red Road, east of US 1. Dante Fascell (December 3, 1983 - January…read more3, 1993) was a politician who represented Florida as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1955 to 1993. He also served as chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee for nine years. He was well known for supporting the creation of Biscayne National Park which was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1968. The visitor center in the park is named in honor of Representative Fascell as is this park. Although this is a small park, it has a lot of amenities including a playground, outdoor fitness equipment, open recreation space, a pavilion, BBQ pits, tennis and volleyball courts, and an exercise trail. My favorite part of the park was all of the public art. Dante Fascell Park is the home of the Columbia Sculpture Garden which currently has six installations. There is also a large sculpture of a nude woman by the playground that was created by local artist Donald Lee Seiler. A naked lady is kind of an odd choice to stick in a kids playground but it is a cool art piece. As I walked around I admired all of the large shade trees and beautiful native flowers in the park. This is the ideal place for a picnic, play, exercise, fresh air, and culture and it is a unique community treasure in South Miami.

The Village of Pinecrest was officially incorporated on March 12, 1996. Evelyn Langlieb Greer was…read moreelected the first mayor and served from 1996 until 2004. She is considered the founding mother of Pinecrest in recognition of her efforts as one of the main advocates for incorporation of the area. Pinecrest Park was renamed in her honor. Evelyn Greer Park offers 10 acres of well maintained recreational fun for the City of Pinecrest. One of the nicest features of the park is Leslie Bowe Hall which can be rented for $450 for the first three hours. Leslie Bowe Hall has the capacity to accommodate 150 guests and comes with five 8-foot rectangle tables, fifteen 72" round tables, and 150 banquet style chairs. The park also has a gazebo with Wi-Fi which can be rented for $200 for the first three hours. Both facilities make this park very inviting for people who want to host weddings, parties, and private events. The park also has a lot of amenities that appeal to families, team sports players, and fitness enthusiasts. Throughout the park you will find multi purpose athletic fields, batting cages, outdoor gym equipment, picnic tables, a playground, restroom, paved walking trails, and water fountains. The park is beautifully landscaped with large shade trees and lush plants. Many classes are offered in the park like a cross fit boot camp. Check with recreation department for information on programming.

Our next summer adventure take us to  Evelyn  Greer Park located in pinecrest with a rating of 4.7…read moreand more than 587 reviews, this park was recently remodeled and is incredibly amazing, now it is a place where every visitor or Children can do an obstacle course to develop different physical qualities such as resistance, speed, agility and strength of the different extremities of the body in a fun way. completely covered between trees and a roof that keeps it refreshing under the hot temperatures that are today, a source of fresh water and bathrooms accessible to all visitors, thanks to the pinecrest government for keeping our kids active and practicing outdoor sports safely. safe and fun

Best place to play Pokemon Go in the state, no exaggeration. Big Community that shows up for…read moreevents and has a Campsite in game with tons of gyms and powerspots. For non-PoGo players, the park offers great natural scenery, nature trails, pavilions, a fitness zone, a playground for children, a little library, softball fields, a skate park, and two full disc golf courses. Seriously, it has everything. Only complaint is the walking paths could be paved a bit better.

Kendall Indian Hammocks (KIH) is an AMAZING place for Pokémon GO! The park has a very active…read morePokémon GO community part of the official Pokemon Go Community Ambassador Program called KIH Crew, with a Discord community where players can connect, meet other Trainers, and stay updated on Pokémon GO events and meetups happening at the park. They regularly organize community events for things like Raid Days, Community Days, GO Fest, and other in-game events. If you play Pokémon GO and live around Miami, I definitely recommend checking out the park and looking up KIH Crew. Even if you don't play Pokémon GO, Kendall Indian Hammocks is a great park with tons of things to do and a really nice community atmosphere. it has walking and nature trails, sports fields, playgrounds, picnic areas, disc golf, an outdoor fitness zone, a skate park, and plenty of open space to enjoy with family and friends. 100% recommend it

Douglas Park, is an expansive 10-acre site park just outside Coral Gables city limits. In the…read more1930's this site was a Coral Gables rock quarry and dump. By 2013 it was one of seven parks in the area found to be contaminated by heavy metals from the old West Grove incinerator closed in 1970. Residents called it Old Smokey for the thick clouds of dark smoke it bellowed for half a century. Douglas Park was closed for three years to remove antimony, arsenic, barium, copper, iron, and lead from the soil. Miami spent eleven million dollars to decontaminate the parks. To clean Douglas Park the top layers of soil containing heavy metals were excavated and removed and then a protective lining: was installed to prevent any remaining contaminants from reaching the groundwater. Clean soil was then added to the top. Douglas Park reopened on June 29, 2017 and today it is a thriving green space enjoyed by members of the community. I enjoyed the walking trail and the Christmas tree already set up in the park. Other park amenities include a baseball field where there was a game taking place, basketball court, large covered outdoor gym, covered picnic pavilion, a large newly renovated fenced in playground, tennis courts, and a very nice dog park. There is large amounts of open space for play and practice. The wide range of amenities draws crowds and if there is one down side it is that parking spaces are tight and rather limited.

Even when the park is busy, it still manages to feel spacious. That's one of the best attributes of…read morethis Park. Although I typically prefer to stay within the Coral Gables boundaries, crossing Douglas Ave to visit this green space is worth it. If you're walking here, then you don't have to worry about parking. If you're driving here, beware of the limited parking spots within the lot but note that there are plenty of street parking available as well. Walking my dog here is a breeze because there's plenty of lighting and green patches for her to sniff away. If you're coming with your kids, there's plenty of outdoor activities available so it's certainly family-friendly. It's well lit even throughout the evening hours so safety is not an issue.

Really great park. Doesn't have everything but it has all the things you need to make it a great…read morepark. Given it size, it actually packs a good amount of options. My kids are fans so I'm a fan

Cooper Park is a nice little community park in the heart of a bustling West Miami area…read more With a large green space, walking path, playground, and canopy of trees, Cooper Park brings a little calm and peace to a busy area. It is a great place to relax, enjoy the weather, play with the dog, let the kids climb and slide, have a picnic, or toss the frisbee. Being a block off of Red Road, you'd think there would be heavy traffic or loud truck noise all day long, but with the addition of the Publix between the park and 57th, it has a much more closed off, protected, and intimate feel to it. There is ample parking, and a few places for the kids to play and explore the freedom of running in a large green space. With benches and trees, there is more than enough of an area for adults to rest, soak up the sun, or enjoy an afternoon of peaceful nature while being steps from the reality of a major city. If you are looking for a little escape from the grind, slip your shoes off, slap your shades on, and let your toes feel the soft grass on your feet while you reconnect with the gentle beauty of peaceful relaxation at Cooper Park.

A beautiful park in Doral!…read more I've known Doral to have so many family friendly parks that are utilized and so happy that my friend showed me Doral Glades Park. I can see why it's coined as the "Glades" because the main part of it is a lake/glades area that has a walkway around the perimeter. It's beautiful and serene and was a great pathway for our morning walk/jog. This park also has playgrounds, one volleyball sand court, one basketball court (with two hoops), and six pickleball courts! Such a great spot for all kinds of activity and very clean and new. They also have some pavillions in case you're looking for a spot for your next party or event. Excited to come back sometime and check out their pickleball courts/community!

Our next summer adventure take us to Doral Glades Park with a category of 4.8 and more than 609…read morereviews this park have what every family need to having a great day together. With a tennis and basketball court for children, a recreation center which has a museum, playground and a pier where you can also fish and if you like walking you can choose to walk the trial around the park. Walking around the park we had contact with different wild animals that made this day something squirrels, iguanas, birds and turtles when enjoying a day so what more could I ask for to say that it was an incredible day in the perfect place.

Great little park that's always open. Plenty of shade especially around the parts that most people…read moreuse. There is a playground big enough for a bunch of kids. There a a walking/ jogging/biking/ go karting path all the way around the perimeter with benches when you need a break. There is also plenty of free parking The negatives is that it's not that big and no bathrooms.