This place is indeed a hidden gem. It's unusual that it's right in the middle of residential area…read more You could be living steps away from it! Definitely a plus if you don't want to drive far. As this is a nature center and less a city park, there's no playground area, but instead natural trails for you to walk and explore. Great if you want to be out in the nature, without masks, and total socially distanced. This tranquil place is a great place to visit if you need to unwind. They have canoes for rent, a campfire area, and they have a sign that says butterfly garden - though I didn't see any butterfly and didn't quite know where exactly that garden may be. There's also a little free library as well. The restroom is clean and brightly lit.

The Bill Sadowski Park and Nature Center is named for Bill Sadowski, a former Department of…read moreCommunity Affairs Secretary who died in a plane crash in 1992 at the age of 48. He served in the House of Representatives and had a successful law practice in Miami where he practiced environmental law. It makes sense that a nature preserve would be named for him. The 30 acre parcel of land that makes up the park has three distinct habitats: pineland, tropical hardwood hammock, and drained Everglades slough. Hiking trails run through these areas. You do have to be careful while hiking, especially on the half mile Old Cuttler Hammock Nature Trail that is behind the nature center. This area was completely destroyed by Hurricane Andrew in 1992 but the canopy has since come back. There are a lot of limestone formations that are easy to trip on. Another of the trails leads to a canal where you canoe and fish while yet a different trail winds through a native tree arboretum. There is a nature center open daily from 10 to 4 with live animal exhibits and an 822 gallon freshwater aquarium. You can schedule tours and nature study programs at the nature center and rent kayaks. Picnic areas and rest rooms are available. Every Saturday night from 8 to 10 PM the Southern Cross Astro's meet in the parking lot near the main entrance. They have the largest public use telescope in Miami and the event is free. You might see a satellite, meteor, or the International Space Station. I hope to join them one evening.

This is a small local park. I came today as I saw on the map that it was located right next to a…read morenature preserve area, and I was hoping to go through a stroll there. I did not see any access to it, and I am not sure it is even open to the public. I was therefore rather disappointed.

Whispering Pines Park is a smaller version of one of those *larger parks* in neighboring Palmetto…read moreBay. I appreciate that there is plenty of covered space for kids to play and most importantly, shaded areas for adults! The playgrounds have the rubber ground which adds points as a parent because you don't need to shake out shoes or worry about dirt. They even have a small pavilion for bbqs and parties. Every 4th of July, Cutler Bay throws a huge party at Whispering Pines Park after the annual parade. They have vendors, bands, face painting and food. This was renovated several years ago however I was disappointed that no restrooms were added during construction. That's the only thing missing from this hidden gem in Cutler Bay.

After a pleasant drive south from the Cocoa FL area we arrived at Larry and Penny Thompson Memorial…read morePark and Campground. The campground was suggested by our friends Bob and Lori. We're absolutely delighted to overnight in quiet Pod 5 site 1 which is a back in site with full hookup. Larry Thompson was a humor columnist for the Miami Herald for more than two decades until his death February 18, 1973. He is in the Florida Newspaper Hall of Fame. His wife Gladys "Penny" Thompson (née Rhodes), who died September 22, 1975, was a pioneer in women's aviation during the 1940s-1950s. She is in the Florida Aviation Hall of Fame and the Florida Women's Hall of Fame. She was the Florida chapter president of the Ninety-Nines, the women's pilot organization founded by Amelia Earhart. While in the Civil Air Patrol, she flew over the Gulf of Mexico searching for German submarines during World War II. Her plane was one of several hundred destroyed in a 1945 blimp hangar fire at the Naval Air Station Richmond, part of which was rebuilt as the park.

I love the layout of this park and the amount of trees!! The shelters are amazing for bday parties…read moreand if you get the ones by the lake then you're in for a treat for a beautiful sunset

Our next summer adventure with the kids take us to Quail Root Park located in miami with a category…read moreof  4.6 and more than 155 reviews this park is the best. With four different designs for children, one looks like a pirate ship, another a castle, it also has walls to climb and more attractions so that the little ones in the family have a day full of unforgettable fun. High recommend place if you want your childrens having a perfect day.

So we didn't even know this park existed until we got off the highway to head to The Berry Farm…read more Saw it and thought, "WOW!!!" Because that is your first instinct when you see the park from afar. It's a ridiculously BIG PARK!!! We went to The Berry Farm and had to stop by this park on the way home. Had to!!! MUST!!! The entrance to the park is weird and you enter through the shopping plaza and it's on your far left. Don't worry, you're going the right way. You'll see it at the end. Can't miss it. When you walk it, the park has a huge wow factor because you just can't believe how big this park really is. Needless to say, my kids were in heaven. I joked and said I paid to get into The Berry Farm but this awesome park is free! Haha. There are basically three different sections. Left, middle and right side. It's pretty AMAZING!!! Check out the photos and see for yourself. I wish we had a super cool park like this close to our home.

Palmetto Bay Park is the recreational hub for the City of Palmetto Park. On February 5, 2002, the…read morecommunity voted in favor of incorporation. Voters approved the municipal charter and the name on September 10, 2002 and the Village of Palmetto Bay became Miami-Dade's 33rd municipality. Shortly after the formerly 5 acre Perrine Park was transformed into a 25 acre passive and active recreational resource for the newly incorporated town. In 2006 the City Council changed the name to Palmetto Bay Park. Today Palmetto Bay Park is a multi-recreational facility. Outstanding features of the park include an community center, an expansive greenspace, walking paths, picnic gazebos, skatepark, basketball courts, the largest covered Boundless Playgrounds in South Florida, and a six-field, state-of-the-art softball complex with batting cages. The city isn't done yet. They are adding a pickleball court and making cosmetic improvements to the park. Whether you visit the park for a basketball game, to enjoy a picnic, unleash the kids on the completely fenced in playground, or to take a family stroll beneath the trees, Palmetto Bay Park has something for everyone to enjoy be it an active day outdoors or a peaceful retreat in nature, So, pack your picnic basket, lace up your sneakers, and immerse yourself in the serene splendor of Palmetto Bay Park. It is a true gem nestled within the heart of Palmetto Bay.

Palmetto Bay Park is a nice sized, well run park. It has several baseball fields, a concession…read morestand, an indoor shelter for parties , skatepark, basketball courts and a very large, well maintained playground area. In terms of parks in Miami, this is probably one of the nicer parks and not as well known. It's essentially hidden from US 1 and as a result, rarely gets very packed. Highlights include: 1. Separate playground areas for age groups. Toddler play area consists of several obstacles, slides and swings. The larger kids area has a wide range of playsets including swings, slides, rocks to climb, and a large spinning climbing "tree". There's also plenty of benches and a covered seating area that offers shade. 2. Nice sized skatepark which has recently been painted. 3. Nice sized indoor shelter to host birthday parties. You need to call and book in advance. 4. Fields are nicely run and often hosts softball and baseball games. All in all, one of the nicer parks in Miami. A great place to visit with the kids. They also frequently host county and local activities and events as well.

This is a hidden gem, that the locals all know about. A great spot to meditate, fish, walk your…read morepooch. They now have kayaks that you can rent.

One of my favorite spots to just unwind. There is a large gazebo with bbq and a medium gazebo with…read morebbq grill. Benches around to sit and watch. The bathrooms are always clean and they have a ramp for kayaks and paddle boards. Security is often coming around so I feel safe. They now have rental paddle boards on site (4) that you can rent with an app!

The larger part of the park is closed off leaving a small playground to play in. It's shaded which…read moreis nice.

A wonderful community which makes full of many amenities for their families and guest. One of the…read moreamenities is the country club feel community pool. Owners have the option of renting out the inside for special functions or meetings. Have attended many functions in the club house and they all have been very nice.

Came here specifically for their yearly seafood festival…read more Purchase early bird tickets online and park at one of the 2 free shuttle locations. Bring a chair and sunblock. Be taken away by the vibrant junkanoo band dancing along the park and the bands on stage performing. There's a whole section for alcohol and on the other different Caribbean, fried foods, fresh juices, and desserts. Be prepared to wait in lines as everyone came for all of it. My suggestion is make a plan and have friends wait in different lines and than post up a spot to indulge in it all

I finally paid a visit to the Deering State. It's a perfect activity to get disconnected from the…read morebusy city. Tickets are priced at $15 for adults but thanks to the Miami Dade Library Museum Pass, I was able to visit it for free. I enjoyed walking through the gardens, the Atlantic Ocean views and the architecture of the main building. All in all, a great activity for the whole family.

This dog park is beautiful especially if your furry ones love the water. Max loves this dog park…read more Bark bark bark.

We recently moved to the area and had to stop taking our dog to doggie daycare, and instead…read moreregularly take him to this dog park. He has such a good time! For the most part, owners are very observant and responsible for their dogs. If a dog is causing a problem, I've always seen the owner remove it from the park. Thank you for that!! Responsible dog owners are the best. I wish there was more parking, because during busy hours it fills up fast. Lots of great amenities, including trash/recycling cans, dog poop bag stations, water fountains, pet wash station, pavilion with picnic table and an outlet, little free library, etc. This park is also HUGE- we love doing laps on the walking path or watching our dog play in the water. Overall very clean too.

Playground is under construction and closed off. Working out area is open and available.read more

A very very nice park that pretty much has everything you want in a park. Football field they got…read morethat, basketball court they got that, a pool they got that, a track field they got that. I'm telling you they have a lot. Oh I forgot mention they have tennis courts too. Came here to shoot some hoops and then later went on the track field to walk. It's a very nice lovey place.