Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road (305) 667-1651
"Sprawling, beautiful garden, 2 tropical rainforests, Windows to the Tropics Conservatory, Whitman Tropical Fruit Pavilion, annual International Mango Festival, market to buy fresh fruit"

Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
1200 S Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne (305) 361-5811
"Southern end of Key Biscayne, nature paths, picnic pavilion, 1.25 miles of sandy beach, oldest structure in Dade County - the Cape Florida Lighthouse, No Name Harbor to drop anchor, boat rental, Boaters Grill restaurant, bike rental, walking/bike trails, BBQ grills"

Biscayne National Park
9700 SW 328th Street, Homestead (305) 230-7275
"America's first underwater park, 95% underwater, snorkeling excursions, dive equipment rental for certified divers, canoe, kayak, glass bottom boat, picnic on Elliott Key/visit Boca Chita Key lighthouse, hardwood hammocks, dolphins, turtles, coral reef"

Matheson Hammock Park
9610 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables (305) 665-5475
"Full service marina amidst tropical hammock, sailing school, walking trails, bike path, fishing, barbeque grills, pool, concession stand, Red Fish Grill restaurant"

Flamingo Park
1000 12th Street, Miami Beach (305) 673-7766
"Park in the center of South Beach, swimming pool, walking trail, dog park, baseball/softball fields, recently upgraded tennis courts, tennis lessons, basketball courts, concession, showers, occasional concert/movie under the stars"

Oleta River State Park
3400 NE 163rd Street, North Miami Beach (305) 919-1846
"Florida's largest urban park, on Biscayne Bay, paradise for kayakers, swimming lagoons, beach, mangrove trails, dolphins, manatee's, butterfly garden, weekend cabin rentals, bike trails, showers, volleyball"

South Pointe Park
1 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach (305) 673-7730
"A South Beach haven, southern tip of Miami Beach, great sunset views of Fisher Island and Downtown skyline, path and open space for joggers, dog walkers, bicyclists, beautiful beach, concession, playground, water tot lot, Smith and Wollensky restaurant"

Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Road, Pinecrest (305) 669-6942
"Former home of Parrot Jungle, playground, petting zoo, scenic swan filled lake, small water park, botanic and butterfly garden, waterfalls and rivers, sinkhole, new community center and library"

Amelia Earhart Park
401 E 65th Street, Hialeah (305) 685-8389
"Nostalgic Old Florida farm village, petting zoo, demonstration shed reminiscent of old farmhouse, crop field, 5 acre bark park for dogs, doggy swimming pools/obstacle courses, bike trails, soccer field, sailing lessons, fishing, picnic areas"

Butterfly World/Tradewinds Park
3600 West Sample Road, Coconut Creek (954) 977-4400
"Aviaries with butterflies and birds, tropical rainforest, horse trails, pony rides, canoes, kayaks, paddle boats, fishing, athletic fields, hayrides, disc golf, fishing, English rose garden, bug zoo"

Fruit and Spice Park
24801 SW 187th Ave, Homestead (305) 247-5727
"Unique tropical botanic garden, 35 acres of exotic fruits, spices, and herbs, you can eat what falls, annual Redland Festival, gift shop"

Maximo Gomez Park
801 SW 15th Ave, Miami (305) 285-1684
"Famous site and tourist attraction on Calle Ocho, this Little Havana park is named after Cuban revolutionary war hero, pavilion shaded dominos, chess, checkers gaming tables"

Anne Kolb Nature Center and West Lake Park
731 Sheridan Street, Hollywood (954) 926-2480
"Lake, thick mangrove canopy, nature trails, wildlife and birds, 3,500 gallon aquarium"

ArtsPark at Young Circle
Hollywood Boulevard at US 1, Hollywood (954) 921-3520
"Opened in 2007, artistic playground, water jet fountains, huge cat tail poles, rotating discs, climb large nets, large meadow, shady walkways"