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Crandon Park Beach
4000 Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne, Florida
33149
305/361-7385 or 305/361-5421
Crandon Park's beautiful two-mile beach is consistently named among the top ten beaches in the nation. It is one of the most popular recreation destinations in all of Miami-Dade County, enjoyed by millions of residents and tourists each year.
The beach is celebrated for its pristine sand, calm water, winding promenade, concession stands, multiple picnic areas with tables and grills, and convenient parking for over 3,000 vehicles. Crandon's famous offshore sandbar protects swimmers from a crashing surf. The sandbar changes constantly because of seasonal squalls, storms and currents. It is enjoyed by many people who swim to it and walk or wade along its length.
The beach is what's called a lagoon style, or low surf impact beach, and the shoreline varies--sloping from wading depth to six to twelve feet, depending on the tide. Lifeguards patrol from thirteen elevated towers, set about 150 yards apart in the areas of heavy usage. They keep beach-goers informed as to surf, sand and weather conditions.
Crandon Park has a rich history. It was once home to Indian tribes, soldiers and pirates; and was once used as a huge coconut plantation.
A short drive from the beach, Crandon Park has a full service-marina, restaurants, Crandon Park Tennis Center and a championship 18-hole golf course - Crandon Park Golf Course.
Haulover Park Beach
10800 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida
33154
(305) 944-3040
Haulover
Park contains one of
south Florida's most beautiful beaches--a mile and a half stretch that draws
people from all walks of life, from other states,
The entire beach is guarded by well trained lifeguards, who will inform beach patrons of existing weather and surf conditions.
Across the street from the beach, Haulover Park has a full-service marina, restaurant, tennis courts, family 9-hole golf course, sundries shop and kite shops.
Matheson Hammock Park Beach
9610 Old Cutler
Road, Miami, Florida 33156
(305) 665-5475
Matheson Hammock Park is a lovely scenic park with an unusual feature--a man-made atoll pool, which is flushed naturally with the tidal action of nearby Biscayne Bay. Its tranquil breeze-swept beach is a haven for families who enjoy its warm, safe waters and beautiful waterside views. The park also has a full-service marina and a snack bar and restaurant built into an historic coral rock building, picnic pavilions and nature trails
Homestead Bayfront
Park Beach
9698 SW North Canal Drive, Homestead, Florida
33090
(305) 230-3033
Homestead Bayfront Park is an ideal location for families, with its atoll pool beach, snack bar, barbecue grills, big rental picnic shelter, playground and plenty of palm trees. The sandy atoll pool fluctuates with the tidal action of the Atlantic. The park also has a full-service marina.
