Slice of green heaven inside of miami's busy and growing landscape. Almost forgot where i was. Long…read moreshady trails to walk, lots of trees. Shelters to hang out at. Great lake to sit by. Super quiet.

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.

You are going to love this Hidden Oasis!!!…read more http://www.miamidade.gov/ecoadventures/camp-owaissa-bauer.asp Email: campowaissabauer@miamidade.gov Phone 305-247-6016 Camp Owaissa Bauer, special activity area of the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department, is designed for group camping and is located near Homestead, Florida. The camp occupies a 110-acre tract of pineland studded with tropical hammock growth, and is provided/maintained by Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department. The many natural features of the camp area may be observed from nature trails. Here, campers can learn about animals, vegetation, and geology of South Florida. All natural features of the camp are protected, planned, and designed for both adults and children. It is complete with buildings and facilities to accommodate a total of 160 campers for overnight and extended period camping. The camp is available to organized groups up to one (1) year in advance by contacting the Camp Manager's office. The Camp Manager and the staff are based on the campgrounds for your assistance. The organized groups must provide such directors, counselors, and kitchen personnel as are necessary to conduct their individual camping program. Facilities at Camp OB * 4 air conditioned dormitory-style cabins that can sleep 100 people. Bunk beds with vinyl-covered mattresses, restroom located in each cabin. * 2 non-air conditioned cabins that can sleep an additional 50 people. * * 3 separate air conditioned quarters that can sleep a combined total of 10 people. * * Bath house with separate men's & women's and ADA accessible showers. * Large air conditioned Dining Hall with fully equipped kitchen. * Recreation patio with ping-pong tables and benches. * Meeting room * perfect for smaller meeting or arts & crafts. * Large (35'x75', 3'-8' depth) swimming pool *, basketball courts, volleyball courts, softball field. * Hayrides and Campfires *

The post about how bad Camp Owaissa Bauer is, it's not fair. The director of the group would have…read morehad the remote controls for the air conditioners if it was to cold speak up and get the air turned down. The camp is very clean the bath house is very clean. The picture of the footprints on the floor seriously? If the group had been in the pool and walked to the bath house with wet feet or wet shoes there are going to be foot prints. Hard water rust stains are not dirty it is a rust stain. What pool that is not screened in doesn't have a few bugs in the water. It is Miami-Dade County Aquatics Policy to not allow masks that cover the nose in any pool. Children could breathe in water the accumulates in the mask and that could cause Dry Drowning or Secondary Drowning.

Great landscaping, but try and get a spot under a tree, your air conditioners will appreciate it!read more

my husband and I RV'd from LA, up to Canada, across to DC, and now down to FL- this is the worst…read morepark we've stayed at. Admin in office is hostile, unwelcoming, and clearly don't give a crap about guests as people. I understand places like this have bad turn over but if we're still paying for services, you owe it to the guests to TRY to give them a good experience. We're not cattle; we're customers. Even if we come on a truck bed. No hot water in the front bathrooms. Nightmare shower experience once when they were cleaning. Pool is shut down. Mini golf and playground is dilapidated. We can't use the fire pit. No yard game equipment. Clubhouse is condemned. I ask- is there any fun camping activity we CAN do here? They were truly rude and difficult to work with. Go somewhere else, I wish I did!

This place is not perfect and it is not awful. If you look for something to no like then you'll…read morefind them. Not sure what the issue with the staff is but I haven't had any problems with them. I think they are nice. The park needs some work and they need to work on getting the speeders out of the park. I prefer an RV park more than a mobile home park with some RV spots. I usually write out a review but I think this one Ill give a pros and cons list and you decide what is best for you. Pro's: * Pool * Gated * Gym * Basketball court * Small park * horseshoes Con's: * Not totally an RV park - there are a lot of mobile homes * People in RV parks are friendly and actually do the speed limit * Residents drive too fast - more than 20 mph. I've been passed because of doing the speed limit. * The lawn company didn't mow the grass for the last 3 weeks we were there * There are a lot of bugs - ants, spiders, fleas, and mosquitos. We ended up with an enormous amount of ants in out RV before we left and it took almost 3 weeks to get rid of them.

We planned on staying here for 5 months and hoped for longer. But today, We just put in our notice…read morethat we are leaving. I hope my experience will help you make your decision to stay here. While management is extremely proud of writing 1000 notices to people over the last year, this is still the reality of what you get. They don't seem to know what's available, unless you speak Spanish. Then they got a spot for you. Lots of RV's with window ac units. Refrigerators outside Gate doesn't always work Gym is a joke 2 out of 6 washers out of order for months 2 out of 6 dryers out of order for months Men's and women's showers has no ac and standing water. Neighbors raising pigeons behind his RV. Few Neighbors have pit bulls Pool is nice. (When people are not watching chickens fight on their phone while standing in pool) LOTS OF FOR SALE SIGNS HERE. People are trying to leave this place. Good luck and safe travels

Everglades National Park is truly breathtaking; there are barely words to describe it. I've been…read morevisiting this park since I was a kid and have been more times than I can remember, and it never loses its magic. The entrance fee is $35 per vehicle, and once you enter, I highly recommend stopping by the Visitor Center to check which park ranger tours are available that day and to get updates on weather conditions. The park map will be your best friend; aside from certain areas, cell service can be very spotty to completely nonexistent. I've explored almost all the trails throughout the Glades, and I definitely suggest packing accordingly and bringing plenty of snacks and water. If you're looking for an unforgettable experience surrounded by wildlife and natural beauty, this is the place to go. Every visit leaves you feeling serene, relaxed, and completely in awe of nature.

Absolutely an American treasure. I get a peaceful feeling visiting here, but I also feel energized…read moreby the amazing flora and fauna. As a dedicated border, I was delighted to find so many unusual birds here. The Ranger at the front gate glanced at my annual pass and handed me a free map. I didn't realize how important that map was until I found myself off the grid, which was marvelous. The number of different types of habitat was eye opening, and well explained on the map. Highly recommended. It's as impressive as the grand canyon.

We visited the Dante France Lloyd Visitor Center at Biscayne National Park near Homestead, FL…read moreMonday Jan 29, 2026. Beautiful, interesting, & educational. We walked about the visitor center and the grounds. Learned more about the native wildlife from a teacher there. Many others were there for kayaking, paddleboarding, & fishing. The history of sponge harvesting in the bay was very educational. From here we took a two hour boat tour on the Stingray with pilot, Rick & tour gude Daniel. We went out to the northern end of the Florida keys as far as Boca Chita. A short hike & history lesson-was a private island most of the 1900s. Now it's a public site with a boat dock, beach, picnic area, & overnight camping by reservation. Help staff at the visitor center, clean restrooms, and a small aquarium. Recommend at least an hour here. But plan a full day to really explore. This National Park is a must see when in South Florida. Also out of Homestead is Everglades NP with for visitor centers for access. Thank you to all the staff & the boat tour guides. Nick & Liz, Albany, NY, USA

Quite pricey snorkeling experience $115 ea for 3.5 hours boat tour, we booked the 1.30pm to 5pm…read moretour. Upon check-in, we realized that they put in 18 people in a small boat, the whole boat was pretty packed. The captain and helper were both friendly and helpful, they have pool noodles to help those who in need. we stopped at two sites, the water was cold near the mangrove and not many fish. The second site was better with reefs and warmer water. Even with wetsuits the majority us were shivering the whole 45 minutes journey back to the land. Our captain spotted dolphins on our way back, there were 4-5 of them in clear waters and swam near to our boat. if you have two or more people, i think charter a boat is better.

Very cool! No other airboats! Friendly and family run fish camp. We took the one hour airboat tour…read morewith Marshal. He was knowledgeable and informative. No hype or "lure feeding to attract alligators". Marshal has a pride in his family history and I'm glad we supported his business.

I would highly recommend going to see Marshall at Mack's Fish Camp. He was the most knowledgeable,…read moreyet humble tour guide one could ask for. He was extremely patient answering our group's many questions and educated us on numerous aspects of the ecosystem. The camp itself goes back six generations, which gives a very personal touch to the experience. Marshall went above and beyond "just" an airboat ride, making a necklace for us out of a river plant, stopping at a private island to allow us to explore, and introducing us to the people and animals that are part of the camp. Marshall was in constant communication leading up to the tour, professional, and accommodating. This excursion should be a must-do for anyone visiting the area.

Stumbled upon this nature center by chance and loved it. Did a nature walk through the hammock led…read moreby the awesome "H". She was incredibly knowledgeable, enthusiastic and fun. Learnt how the whole forest has an underground network of fungus. Might sound gross but it is fascinating! There are also this sink hole looking things called solutions that are super interesting to see and learn more about. The hammock is beautiful and you truly feel like you escaped Miami overall. The volunteers did some epic work on the butterfly garden. The bathrooms are clear and there are picnic tables all around. The nature center itself has a nice little exhibit to educate on birds, butterflies, snakes and the like. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and host several events throughout the month to educate and engage with the community. Archery lessons, evening walks, historic c bike rides and others. Looking forward to coming back!!

Beautiful, quiet, and amazing place to visit on a quiet morning or afternoon, ideal for a calm walk…read moreamong nature, to appreciate the beauty of nature, and a subtle symphony of sounds among the trees, birds, squirrels... However, it's a tricky trail. It's not easy to walk because it's pure nature. There is a trail that goes all the way to the end and from there it's a matter of walking all the way back. It's not a circle like other places. Take comfortable shoes with you, and be ready to walk slow, specially in areas full of rocks and moss. Also, there are insects around, and some mosquitoes in a part of the way. Nothing out of this world but if that's a dealbreaker take it into account. // Hermoso, y sorprendente lugar para visitar en una mañana o tarde tranquila, ideal para un paseo lento entre la naturaleza, para apreciar su belleza, y una sutil sinfonía de sonidos entre los árboles, pájaros, ardillas... Sin embargo, es un camino moderadamente complicado. Es pura naturaleza. Hay un sendero que llega hasta el final y desde allí es cuestión de caminar todo el camino de regreso. No es un círculo como otros lugares. Lleva contigo calzado cómodo y prepárate para caminar despacio, especialmente en zonas llenas de rocas y musgo. Además, hay insectos alrededor, y algunos mosquitos en una parte del camino. Nada fuera de este mundo, pero si eso es un factor decisivo, téngalo en cuenta.

I have never laughed so hard it was truly a joyous experience! I saw so many gators it was…read moreincredible the staff and everyone there was so warm and kind truly a one of a kind experience :)

we are up close and personal with gators with a very personable guide. i've never laughed so much…read moreand I had a wonderful time! BUH BUH BUH BUH BUH BUH