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Whether enjoying the 15 miles of off-road bicycling trails or paddling along lush mangrove forests, visitors find it difficult to believe that Oleta River State Park exists 30 minutes from downtown Miami.
At just over a thousand acres, this natural oasis — Florida’s largest urban park — is a haven for mountain bikers, paddlers, anglers and swimmers. Enjoy a picnic along scenic Biscayne Bay or unwind at the end of a fishing pole.
There are rustic, air-conditioned cabins, too, along with a youth campground for organized groups. The park is also a welcomed stop for long-distance paddlers on the 1,515-mile Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail.
3400 N.E. 163rd St., North Miami Beach FL 33160
Been here to kayak a few times and it’s phenomenal. Good prices, great location. Love cove beach—the admission price is very low and there are so many activities! Location is gorgeous. A must for locals and tourists alike.
We decided to visit on a cloudy day to do some kayaking!
It was really fun afternoon! Don't forget ID. We used kayak for around 1 hour but there are options for 2 hours and all day.
There were a few snacks in the shops and cold drinks so would recommend a picnic.
The best place for kayaking! If possible, go on weekdays to avoid the heavy weekend and holiday crowds. The staff is consistently friendly, and the surroundings are stunning. Don't miss manatee season!
I've been coming here for years. Great park for gatherings, I've been to a few here from baby showers to birthdays. There's a lot to do here. It's a great park for kayaking, hiking and biking.
