#Greynolds park shelter 3 full#

One of the most unique features of the park is what looks like an old stone fort, and is called the Observation Mound. This structure, 46 feet above sea level was at one time the highest point of Miami Dade County. Hard to imagine with the condo farms which you find here today.

There are bike trails, lots of picnic tables and BBQ pits for use, including some big shelters for organizing larger events. The park even has it’s own golf course and you can book your Tee Time online. Guided historic nature walks are also provided and there are even some organized evening activities such as a campfire program and a night hike. The park offers access to the Oleta River with canoe rides, and kayak launches. Greynolds Park was officially opened in 1936 and has been enhanced over the years with boathouses, picnic shelters, and the golf course. In early days, Tequesta Indians used this land and the river for transportation and the site was even once a trading post for Seminole Indians that traded with early Miami Dade settlers.

#Greynolds park shelter 3 full#

Full of hammock and mangrove trees, the park is a natural preserve. This surprisingly large park can be found on West Dixie Highway and 180th St just south of Aventura in North Miami. Greynolds who donated most of the land making the park possible. This 249-acre park is located on the site of the old Ojus Rock quarry and is named after the owner A.