Miami Parks Examiner

Beach jogging nirvana in Surfside

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:47:50 -0700

Parallel to the beach, it hums "Chariots of Fire." J.Harper The one-mile strip of beach within the town of Surfside scores big points for its attractive, low-key walking path that precedes the trendier paths following in its steps. Appeari...

Florida's best Everglades experience

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:36:20 -0700

The best way to experience the Everglades in one day is not by boat, car, or even by foot. Because of a trail jutting into its heart, the Everglades is best seen by bike. At Shark Valley, the entrance to Everglades National Park looks umpromis...

Record-breaking sailboat arrives downtown

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:05:59 -0700

Ocean Watch made a recent visit to New York City.The first ship attempting to circle the Americas from top to bottom makes a stop at Bicentennial Park in downtown Miami starting on October 19 at 10 a.m. The ship Ocean Watch departed Seattle earlier t...

Haunted Trails draws kids to North Miami, Oct. 30

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 19:58:58 -0700

This forest becomes haunted for one night only.The Enchanted Forest becomes the spookiest place in town for one night only. The day before Halloween, from 7 p.m. until 11 p.m., families can enjoy hayrides, haunted trails, and a costume parade for a $...

Choose from $5 Halloween frights at Miami Metrozoo

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 19:47:15 -0700

from Miami MetrozooGet your spook on from October 10 to Halloween night by visiting the 7,000-foot haunted house at the Miami Metrozoo for $5 (excludes zoo admission). For encounters that include wild animals, consider the following options:October 1...

Most expensive beach town gets affordable parking

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 18:23:30 -0700

The jetty draws local fishers and tourists alike. Tony Bal Harbour and its exclusive shops remain a haven for the ultra-rich, but a concession has been made to the fishers who frequent its shoreline. They have parking. The hidden lot sits in the sha...

Pallot Park hides beside highway

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 20:00:25 -0700

The sky, Miami Beach in the distance, Biscayne Bay, and the park invite exploration. View Pallot Park in a larger map Young kids play soccer alongside the bay while their parents sit in chairs and enjoy the breeze and the view of Miami ...

Map to avoid downtown Miami's homeless park

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:59:41 -0700

Performing Arts Center sneers at Bicentennial Park The ghost of Miami's grand prix track winds through Bicentennial Park. Another ghost is the empty structure that was intended for a waterfront restaurant. Legend has it that the owner was attacked o...

America's worst park is homeless nirvana

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 13:19:27 -0700

Homeless village has best views of port of Miami. The "Welcome to Miami" theme song should come with a disclaimer: the welcome ends at Bicentennial Park. This downtown park with gorgeous waterfront views is homeless central and dysfunctio...

Waterfall opens in downtown Miami

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:32:42 -0700

Walk to this new mini park from the old courthouse. One of Miami's newest parks has a wall of water instead of a field of grass. Two other walls and a gate make this tiny, concrete rectangle complete.Fittingly called an "urbanscape," the r...

Downtown map and photos of Paul Walker Park

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:31:00 -0700

See also this article about Paul S. Walker Park.

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Miami's most central park is Bayfront

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 07:21:41 -0700

Downtown looks down on Bayfront Park. If location were everything, then Bayfront Park would have it. Waterfront vistas, free public transportation, walking distance from downtown's skyscrapers, and even an adjacent outdoor shopping mall make this ...

Free bike giveaway in Bayfront Park

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 06:08:03 -0700

Cyclists, start your pedals. Bicycling Magazine, which has called Miami one of the three worst cities in the nation for cycling, is giving away free bikes on Thursday in downtown Miami. The only requirement is to submit an essay. Or enter the raffle...

Miami Circle map and pictures

Sat, 22 Aug 2009 19:15:49 -0700

Miami Circle Park

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See this article about the ground breaking ceremony.

Miami's newest park holds oldest attraction

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 22:16:32 -0700

C. Hummingbird Ramirez, Mayor Diaz, and Sec. Browning.“Ya-ta-hey!” chanted Catherine Hummingbird Ramirez as pungent smoke encircled the crowd gathered in Miami’s newest and most historic park. “The ancestors are here,” ...

Best beaches at the top of Miami

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 08:10:59 -0700

Clear waters beckon in northeastern Miami-Dade CountyBeaches north of South Beach are usually less crowded and cleaner, and many are worth the extra effort to find. Below are highlights of beaches closest to the border with Broward County. Beach...

Review of Pace Park near downtown

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 13:14:00 -0700

This urban escape on the bay reappeared in 2003. Margaret Pace ParkWhere: N. Bayshore Drive, 17 Terrace & 20th Street (east of Biscayne Blvd.)When: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.Why: Funky thrones from whence to rule over Biscayne BayOther: volleyball, b...

Nudism 101: Where is the best skinny dipping in Miami?

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 17:56:30 -0700

And they may encounter you. Related Articles Slideshow and map of nude beach Haulover Park & Marina serves life au naturelNudists in Miami dip for Guinness World Record Really only one place exists for nude bathing, not o...

Haulover Park & Marina serves life au naturel

Sat, 18 Jul 2009 18:03:52 -0700

Blue upon blue upon blue. Simply one of the best beaches around, Haulover Park stretches a mile and a half and includes the full spectrum of the outdoor lifestyle – including the nudist variety.The only large portion of beachfront in northern ...

Baby sea turtles set free on Miami beaches

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 21:26:29 -0700

This turtle will not be participating. Never seen a baby sea turtle? Never seen one crawl into the sea to begin decades of trans-Atlantic adventure? Join one guaranteed way to see this miracle of nature: a guided release coordinated by M...