Camp Matecumbe is the name of a summer camp created by the Diocese of St. Augustine on the Boystown…read moreland they purchased in 1955 in a rural part of unincorporated Southwest Miami-Dade called the Hammocks. In 2003, the 98 acre Boystown campus was sold to Miami-Dade to become a park marking the history of Operation Pedro Pan, a secret exodus of over 14,000 Cuban minors, ages 6 to 18 to the United States over a two-year span from 1960 to 1962. Parents sent unaccompanied children to the United States amid fears sparked by the 1959 Cuban Revolution. Many were sheltered here upon their arrival. Today the name Camp Matecumbe is more closely associated with a new type of nature themed playground designed by LandscapeDE. They are a design firm that creates very distinctive and creative outdoor play spaces for children. If you ever saw one you would know it instantly. They created the amazing ADA accessible playground in Pinecrest Gardens with the anole lizard ramp, a small nature themed playground for Biscayne Shores & Gardens Park, and what I think is the best example of their work, the brand new play area in Pioneer Park in Port St. Lucie. While not as large as the playground in Pioneer Park, Camp Matecumbe has more than enough to keep children entertained for hours. Invasive plants were removed and the design was developed to incorporate the endangered Pine Rockland preserve that exists in the park. A highlight of the play area is a hill with a 20 foot long slide. To reach the top children can climb native oolite block steps or a slope covered in mortared river rock. Other playground elements include musical instruments such as bells, metallophones, and chimes, a play house, swings, and a climbing net The park also has paved walkways, native plants and trees, seating, and recovered cypress river logs from Florida. I love how the design of this park incorporates elements from nature resulting in a very inviting and sustainable play area where children can enjoy the outdoors while strengthening their bodies and developing their imagination.

Only Con: no bathroom…read more Everything is on point! It has various types of swings for 10 months old and up. It has a cool slide that it's on top of like a little hill made out Coral looking cement. Then there's a toddler section with 2 slides and little section to sit on top of slide area. Also, chalkboard and musical area where kids can touch drums and bells. They have a climbing thing made out of rope. There's benches everywhere for parents to sit and to watch their kids and have a picnic (if wanted). CLEAN! CLEAN! CLEAN!

This is a really neat little park nestled on the outskirts of Miami Lakes, close to Royal Oaks…read more This is the only park I like to bring my daughter to. I mainly come here for the playground because it's well kept and has tons of shade. Plus it has that foam floor so your kids can run around without you worrying if they're going to fall down and get hurt (or eat sand - either or!). Not only do they have a great playground area, but they also have a huge shelter that can be rented out for events. I've actually used this location on several occassions for 5th grade picnics and it's always a wonderful time. Besides the shelter and the huge open field adjacent to it, there's an area that's set up with a running trail. What's cool is that every few yards there are little stations set up with exercises that are meant for you to work into your run. A street with big shady oak trees runs alongside the park, making it a nice view overall. Most importantly, for me, is that this park is never packed and the people that come here are decent. Whether they're here to workout or spend time with their kids, everyone minds their own business. Plus, there's no fee to get in. Love this park!

came to this location to do early voting. The park is really clean and big, beautiful to bring your…read morekids and have a play day or even a picnic. I would love to come here and play soccer. It's in a nice area/ neighborhood.

This park is near my job it it's always a hit with my son. They have ample sidewalk for bike rides,…read morebasketball courts and a nice playground for the children with lots of musical instruments

Love it in all senses, the surroundings, the nature itself is beautiful. The park is small but it…read morefeels peaceful and inviting. It's beautiful trees create a relaxing environment.

You would think that what the size of backyards in Coral Gables that this place would be empty but…read morenope. This place was packed. Just goes to show you how valuable a really good neighborhood park is. They pack a lot of action in a little space but the biggest hit with the kiddos was the zip line. They rode those things back and forth until I dragged them away. Another big positive is the temperature. With CG being a tree city USA, the canopy really makes being in a playground in the middle of the day a lot more bearable

Salvatore Park is pure kid happiness! Toddlers can zoom down slides, soar on the canopy line, and…read morejump around on racks while parents relax on benches. The park is breezy and shaded with plenty of trees, perfect for Miami's sunny days. Birthday parties here are a win too, you can book tents (for a fee) to slice cake and celebrate with friends. Plus, adults can get in on the fun with nearby tennis courts! Plenty of parking around, it offers clean restrooms and water fountains, making it more cozy and prepared for anything that you need while having fun with the kids. Salvatore Park is where kids smile and parents don't mind hanging out either.

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.

Nice shady park. Not a big park but big enough to walk through and have a picnic on the grass and…read morehang out. Parking is hard to find if you don't get there early.

VERY RELAXING....FRESH ENVIROMENT. PLENTY of parking space. Historical place. Open 24 hours 7…read moredays a week a week. Perfect place for romance proposal. Family oriented.

Our next summer adventure with kids take us to Sabal Chase Park with a category of 4.5 and more…read morethan 118 reviews located in Hammocks Kendall. Small but it has many options for the little ones in the family to play on different obstacles for the motor and muscular development of the body. Located next to a school, it's perfect for children to enjoy, as well as the surrounding community.

I discovered this darling park when I was grabbing coffee at Our Grounds which is located nearby. I…read morecouldn't help but notice the adorable playground set among beautiful landscaping. The park is on a large field that sits adjacent to the William Lehman Elementary School. It turns out everything in the nature based playground is brand new. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on May 31st of this year. The city spent $500,000 from the Quality Neighborhood Improvement Program and impact fees to redesigned the playground with the goal of getting children to spend more time outside and to encourage them to appreciate nature through play. The 4,510-square-foot play area contains inclusive playground equipment and Australian pine logs were added to provide seating. Playground equipment includes climbing nets, a double tower, spring riders, swings, a play and learn panel, and musical instruments to play. New landscaping including five oak trees, sod, and native pollinator plants along with concrete curbing, walkways, benches, and bike racks were added to enhance the area. The result of all of the improvements is a inviting play area for the community children. Improvements at Sabal Chase are part of the Miami-Dade County Parks and Open Space Master Plan which is a vision to create a sustainable system of parks, recreation and open spaces for the citizens of Miami.