PINE ISLAND RIDGE NATURAL AREA
3900 Southwest 100th Avenue, Davie, Miami Gardens, FL 33328 Directions
Covered Shelter, Outdoor Activities, Walking, Jogging and Biking, Nature Trips, Trees & Running
A large area dedicated to equestrian use with off-road parking, tie-outs, and a washstand. Its higher elevation within the vastness of the Everglades, the ridge was inhabited by the Tequesta Indians over 5,000 years ago. 9.3 miles from downtown to Miami Gardens
Price: Parking fee of $1.50 per person or $8 per vehicle
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ARCH CREEK PARK
1855 Northeast 135th Street, North Miami, Miami Gardens, FL 33181 Directions
Since 1986
Birdwatching, Volunteer Opportunities, Special Programs for Children and Adults, Walking, Nature Trails, Flowers, Trees, Bird and Wild Animal Sanctuary, Butterfly Garden & Nature Center
The park has a museum containing artifacts left by natives who homesteaded the site as they passed over the arched bridge. Guide visitors through the park as they point out the native bird, animals, and site of unique natural stone bridge used by ancient Native American tribes. Guided Nature Walks by reservation. 7.2 miles from downtown to Miami Gardens
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MATHESON HAMMOCK PARK
9610 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables, Miami Gardens, FL 33156 Directions
Since 1930
Birdwatching, Boating School, Fishing, Kiteboarding, Lakes, Marinas, Picnic Shelter/Pavilion, Restaurants, Restroom, Nature Trails & Cycling
It features a manmade atoll pool flushed naturally by the tide, a beach, marina, and boat launch. A prime spot for kiteboarding, you can also rent kayaks and standup paddleboards from the park's concessions. More than a park, it's home to a restaurant, nature trails, pavilions, and a sailing and boating school . 14.4 mils from downtown to Miami Gardens