Vibrant and happening as downtown Miami is, even the most urbane among us occasionally need to feel the embrace of nature. But getting away from it all doesn’t mean having to trek hundreds of miles out of town. In fact, the North Miami beach condos for sale at Onda Residences are just a 10-minute drive from the lush mangrove forests and winding bike trails of Oleta River State Park.
Florida’s Largest Urban Park
Nature in all its glory, within a stone’s throw of the city — that’s Oleta River State Park. Florida’s largest urban park boasts 1,033 acres of pristine forests and beaches. Its unique beauty has drawn people here from as early as 500 B.C., when the Tequesta Indian Tribe called these shores home. Others “discovered” the area over the centuries — from marauding Spaniards to 19th century settlers, who set up pineapple farms. Today, the park is cherished by Miami locals, who come here to relax and feel closer to nature.
Walk, Jog, and Bike
There are many ways to get around Oleta River State Park, and all of them involve ditching the car. Take to two wheels and explore 15 miles of mountain bike trails twisting through the woodland. Pause to admire the gumbo-limbo and sea grape trees, and look out for mockingbirds and zebra longwing butterflies. There are three miles of paved trails for walkers and joggers, too. Make your way at a steady pace, and drink in the park’s enchanting waterway views.
Be at One With the Water
There is another way to navigate these parts, of course, and that’s via the peaceful mangrove channels that thread their way through the park. Whether you choose to paddleboard, kayak, or canoe, you’ll find yourself blissed out by your natural surroundings — you might even meet a manatee or dolphin. The crystal-clear lagoons are wonderful to take a cooling dip in, too.
Stick Around a While Longer
You can fish on the piers at Oleta River State Park, and even barbecue your catch of schoolmaster snapper on the outdoor grills. If you prefer an easier life, order the smoked blue marlin sandwich at Blue Marlin Fish House Restaurant & Adventures. And if you really have a taste for outdoor living, spend a night away from your Bay Harbor Islands home by renting one of the park’s rustic, air-conditioned cabins for the night.
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