Just a bit south of Miami and north of the Florida Keys, you’ll find a secluded beach park perfect for a day adventure near the water. Homestead Bayfront Park offers some of the luxury of the tropical Florida Keys without the need to go even further south from Miami.
The park is home to a man-made swimming lagoon peppered with colorful lifeguard towers. The white sand on the beach is soft and inviting for the whole family. But there is more to explore in this park with over 1200 acres of activities and amenities.
On a clear day, you can catch magnificent views of Key Largo and even the Miami skyline, especially if you decide to dine on the upper floors of the several waterfront restaurants and bars that are in the area.
Activities
Swimming, sunbathing, lounging by the water, kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing top the bill for fun in Homestead Bayfront Park.
Kayaking and other boating trips are certainly a popular activity in the area. With the Biscayne National Park just a few miles away, you can certainly take the day and explore the watery wonderland.
Amenities
Showers, bathrooms, lifeguard stations, a seafood restaurant, wheelchair accessible beach access, shaded pavilions, a children’s play area, and outdoor grills can be found in the park.
There is even a marina to tie up your boat, making this park perfect for visiting if you are traveling by sea.
Classic beach amenities like volleyball courts and outdoor grills bring people in to spend the day during the weekends.
While this beach does draw a crowd, it is relatively secluded compared to beaches just farther north in Miami.
Nearby Attractions
Located just a bit west inland in the town of Homestead, you can find the Everglades National Park. The area is a remarkable journey into the largest subtropical wilderness in the nation.
Here you can take an airboat tour and enjoy the wildlife. You can almost guarantee an alligator sighting as well.
In Homestead, you will also find the historic Seminole Theatre. This theatre was first erected in Miami, but in 1919 the entirety of the building was transported by railway all the way down to Homestead, where it’s still in operation today.
Fun Facts
The colorful lifeguard stations that rest on the swimming lagoon’s sandy shores were painted by famous Art Deco Brazilian-American artist Romero Britto.
The park was initially intended to open during the 1940s, but construction was stalled when the U.S Air Force leased the space during WWII.
Details
Address: 9698 SW 328th St, Homestead, FL
Season: All-Year
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