Flew into MCO airport to spend a few days in Orlando and decided to drive down to Miami to go to…read moreone of my favorite beaches, Haulover. About a 3 hour drive. Always a great time when we come to this beach. Clothing optional. Easy access parking directly across the street from the beach. You walk via underground tunnel to get access the beach. It is paid parking though. Lifeguard on duty.

Good and Bad. It was a beautiful beach with calm crystal clear water. There is a clothing optional…read moresection and a textile section and both were very crowded. Most Miami beaches are. Most folks were very friendly. There was one guy shouting random things about Eddie Money.. not sure why. There was also a verbal altercation a few groups over but the beach patrol talked everyone down and it was fine. The beach Cafe was pretty awesome. You can have food and drinks delivered to you on the beach. There are also Umbrella and Chair rentals and they do all the set up and tear down for you. I would go again.

A classic, must-go spot in Miami. Great for biking, hanging out in the lawn and getting some sun…read more(when it's not super hot), and grabbing a bite to eat (though expect steep prices). There's public restrooms and a small water park for kiddos. Obviously, the path takes you to the beach which is relaxing and really nice. Can get a little crazy during peak season.

South Pointe Park Pier is built on constraint. It's not a beach destination, it's not a fishing…read moreresort, it's a working pier where the water isn't about recreation, it's about commerce. Container ships move through this harbor. You stand on the jetty and watch scale happen in real time, cranes and stacks and the whole industrial apparatus that makes Miami function. That's more honest than another beach bar with a sunset filter. The pier is maintained like it matters. The surface holds, the railing is sound, the whole structure feels like someone decided it shouldn't fall apart, and they stuck with that decision. The breakwater gives you rock access, shallow water, tide-dependent depth. Early morning swimmers treat it seriously. The jetty extends far enough that the city shrinks behind you, and you're in dialogue with the open water instead of looking at it from shore.

Pine Tree Park is such a nice and serene spot in Miami Beach. Close to the chaos of 41st street but…read moreyou couldn't even tell. There's ample parking, so much green space, with a couple of seating options. There's a dog park to bring your furry friends and a walk way close to the water. They even have a little kayak or paddle boat renting machine. I will say there's a lot of plastic and garbage close to the water unfortunately since it's an area close to boats and the garbage floats on. Lots of trees to provide shade. Definitely a great spot to enjoy some nature on a sunny day.

This seven acre park is doggy heaven. There are plenty of people parks but this one is for the…read moredogs. There are two enclosed dog areas but the dogs pretty much have the run of the park and that is more than alright by me. This park is located on Indian Creek in the midst of million dollar homes so these are some pampered pooches who have their poo picked up. If you like to walk the park has some nice paths under shady trees. There is even a place to launch your kayak or paddleboard. The park also has a community garden for people who don't have the room to grown their own fruits and vegetables. Best of all this park has plenty of free parking which is a rarity in parking challenged Miami. Escape the concrete jungle and enjoy nature and some pooches at this charming Miami Beach park.

A nice little park. It has a strip of grass with picnic areas and an enclosed dog park. The…read morehighlight is the fishing pier that juts over Biscayne Bay. No restrooms. The water fountain doesn't work.

Visited this park for a Caribbean heritage event with the city. Very clean park with views of the…read morewater. Not sure jow parking works there was no real parking g for the actual park. But you can park across the street at the plaza.

When you first drive up, you will ask yourself, "Where is the dog park?" That's because there are…read moreno large signs to identify it as a dog park. I'm sorry to say that it looks more like a park under construction to me. It is completely fenced, which is a good sign. I did find a small sign on some foliage near the front gate that had a small white sign that showed this area was dedicated as a dog park on March 14, 2020, by NBV mayor and his team. The gate has a chain across it to block entrance and says Authorized Personnel Only. So, I am confused about whether the public could use this park yet or not. It looks like there are two separate areas for your dog - one for smaller breeds and another for larger breeds. The weight limit for small is under 30 lbs, and for large, they have to be over 30 lbs. I hope NBV enhances this dog park soon. It is a very good location, and you can see the NBV Welcome mural. The parking area has orange cones in each spot so that you can not park there. So, at this point, I am confused about using this park.

This dog park is on harbor island and impressively big for the limited space around here. Parking…read moreonly paid and for residents. Park is well maintained!

They have all sorts of things going on at this place. First we had to buy a day pass. Ugh! We…read moreweren't impress with the water dog park either. Vibes were off. Maybe it was just us???

Great place very clean. The dogs and the people are very friendly. Great experience love taking my…read moredog there.

Currently sitting down at the park while supervising my friends dog and... I love it here!…read more The weathers been nice lately so I thought it would be a nice little way to get a break from my laptop screen. So many cute pups hanging around and it's surprisingly very clean and well maintained. I love how spacious and airy it is and how it has options for different dog sizes.

I stayed in downtown Miami and came across this nearby gem - one of the best parts of my weekend…read morestay. This is a great place to go for a stroll, unwind, and get some exercise. Beautiful sights to take in and clear your mind. Fantastic addition to downtown Miami!

This is park in Alton Road close to the busy 5th street in Miami Beach. The Canopy Park features a…read morewalking path, seating areas, a gated dog park, a fitness area with a water fountain, a childrens playground, lawns, picnic spots and gardens. The park is clean and well maintained. Check it out!

This is a new three acre community park in Miami Beach between 600-700 Alton Road. It was developed…read moreby TCH 500 Alton, LLC, real estate developers David Martin and Russell Galbut who built the nearby Five Park residential tower. The park was donated to the City of Miami Beach's Parks & Recreation Department as a gift to the residents and visitors of Miami Beach. Canopy Park was designed by ArquitectonicaGEO with sustainability at the forefront. Environmentally conscious features including a Maritime Hammock anchoring the north end of the park which captures carbon and toxins from the air, diminishes the urban heat island effect, and cools the surrounding area. A 25,000-gallon cistern collects rainwater runoff and conserves and manage rainwater while bioswales allow for proper site filtration and management for all of the rainwater that enters the site. There are 40 different plant and tree species that are low maintenance and drought tolerant. The plants not only add beauty to the bark but they also help balance ecosystems, mitigate soil erosion, decrease urban heating effects, provide habitats for threatened animals, and protect watersheds from destructive floods. The park has so many stand out features but one of my favorite was the playground by Danish design firm MONSTRUM which is famous for their playscapes around the world. This is one is special because it pays homage to the OG Miami Beach developer, Carl Fisher. Fisher acquired a baby elephant he named Rosie that he used as a mascot for the area in publicity photos that promoted Miami Beach as a luxury vacation destination in the 1920's. Now Rosie has been recreated in the playground so children can climb up her and slide down. Other unique features of the park include a sculpture by Miami-based artist Mark Handforth, green spaces with native shade trees, paved pathways, seating, an outdoor gym, and a dog run area. In addition to being a place of recreation, Canopy Park serves to connect Miami Beach's South of Fifth neighborhood to the Miami Beach Baywalk via a new signature pedestrian bridge designed by Daniel Buren spanning the MacArthur Causeway/5th Street. This will create a connection to South Pointe Park north to the Lincoln Road District and east to the beachfront. Canopy Park is at the gateway to the City of Miami Beach and is a great ambassador to the city. According to Russell Galbut of TCH 500 Alton, LLC. "We've created a vibrant community asset that brings people together while providing a design experience that rivals public spaces in the world's greatest cities." While I love the park the lack of parking is a real detriment to being able to use it. I have passed it so many times without ever being able to find a place to park. It took coming on a weekend day in a rainstorm to final get a street spot and even then I had to cross busy Alton Road which didn't feel safe. I love Miami Beach but unfortunately Miami Beach's parking doesn't love me back.

North Beach Oceanside Park was originally established in the 1950s when the city purchased and…read moredemolished a series of dilapidated villas on the site. Today, it's one of Miami's largest parks, stretching from 78th Street to 87th Terrace. For years, the 28-acre site was left largely to nature. In 2017, the city approved a $6 million renovation, with Calvin, Giordano & Associates as project manager and West 8 leading the redesign. The renovation focused on preserving the park's natural beauty, including large palm trees, sea grapes, and its dune ecosystem, which protects against rising sea levels, while improving both aesthetics and functionality. Today, the park offers beach access with lifeguards on duty and plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the sun. Amenities include outdoor showers, restrooms, a dog park, picnic tables and grills, a sand volleyball court, three rentable picnic pavilions with grills, swings, a playground, and trails with a self-powered outdoor fitness course. Parking is available in the municipal lot on 83rd Street and along Harding Avenue. I especially enjoyed walking the trails--the park is much quieter than nearby South Beach, which you can also reach via the paved 8-mile bike trail. It's a peaceful, well-maintained spot for a day at the beach or an active outdoor outing.

15 years Miami and never had I been to this park up until today. And the reason why I ended up here…read moretoday is I was having breakfast close by and we wanted to find the closest dog friendly beach. Well Google and website says bark beach is here however upon arrival there were signs everywhere of no animals allowed however we saw there was dogs on the beach and went for it too. very beautiful park however i feel its only purpose is people coming here to barbecue as its one after the other. paid street parking only

Flamingo Park is a beautiful park in the heart of South Beach. You have tennis courts, racquet ball…read morecourts, basketball courts, a swimming pool, two dog parks, and plenty of spaces to sit. A workout area with machines. Adjoining is also a softball area and soccer field. You have bathrooms, a water fountain, and vending machines. Flamingo is a great spot to walk, job, ride your bike in or take the time to sit and enjoy the sun/breeze. It's great having a nice green space in the middle of Miami Beach.

A big beautiful park close bye the beach. Tennis courts, soccer/football field as well as a new…read morebaseball field in process. Drinking fountains, bathrooms and benches!!! We love to walk here and have lunch.