1. Oleta River State Park
City: North Miami Beach, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (305) 919-1846
Address: 3400 NE 163rd St.
Description: Water sports are common at this state park, which has a beach area as well as picnicking space. There are 10 miles of bike trails but no lifeguard on duty, so keep an eye out for children, especially when playing near the water.
2. Arch Creek Park
City: North Miami Beach, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (305) 944-6111
Address: 1855 NE 135th St.
Description: This park is a historic site, built over a limestone formation believed to be home to several Indian tribes. A museum with native artifacts is on-site and naturalists give tours of the landscape and wildlife. Ghost tours and Historic Nature Walks are offered on Wed and Sat, respectively, and must be booked in advance by calling (305) 944-6111. The park is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. but closed on Mon and Tues.
3. Greynolds Park
City: North Miami Beach, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (305) 945-3425
Address: 17530 West Dixie Hwy.
Description: The 249-acre park, which used to be a rock quarry, is one of Miami’s last well-protected nature sanctuaries. Wander down one of the park’s nature trails or over the Mangrove boardwalk. Bird and butterfly walks as well as bat and owl walks are offered. The Oleta River, which borders the eastern side of the park, was once a source of transportation for the Tequesta Indians. Kayaks, canoes, and paddle boats available for rent. The park is also home to the 3,100-yard Greynolds Park golf course as well as Camp Greynolds. The park is known for its campgrounds and golf course, which is used during the hippie fest Love-In yearly in May.
City: North Miami Beach, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Address: 3400 NE 163rd St.
5. Historic Oleta River Canoe And Kayak Trek At East Greynolds Park
City: North Miami Beach, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (305) 365-3018
Address: 16700 Biscayne Blvd.
Description: Explore the waters of the historic Oleta River, which has served as a food and transportation source for the past 2,000 years for everyone from the Tequesta Indians to Spanish explorers. A naturalist guides trekkers through the tropical hardwood hammock where herons, osprey, and white ibis can be found. The tour costs $25 and can be reserved by phone. On the weekends and holidays, the park also has canoe and kayak rentals for those who would rather explore on their own.
6. Kukuwa Dance Workout
City: North Miami Beach, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (305) 491-1445
Address: 17051 NE 19th Ave.
Description: Named after its founder, Kukuwa Nuamah, this dance workout teaches students of all ages the techniques of African cultural dancing. Latin merengue and Caribbean soca rhythms are also added into the workout creating a high-energy class that targets the cardiovascular system. According to the website, participants can expect to burn 970 calories in a 60-minute class. Classes are $5 each.
7. Oleta River State Park
City: North Miami Beach, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (305) 919-1844
Address: 3400 NE 163rd St.
Description: Ten miles of tough, intermediate mountain-bike trails make this park popular with local cyclists. For novices, there are 4 miles of beginner trails along with a 3-mile paved trail—just be prepared for all the in-line skaters. The park offers a bicycle helmet loaner system for those without helmets.
City: North Miami Beach, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Address: 3400 NE 163rd St.
9. Fist
City: North Miami Beach, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (305) 405-2001
Address: 2275 NE 164th St.
Description: Mixed martial art classes, which are a blend of Krav Maga, kung fu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, jiujitsu, and submission grappling, are offered at this studio for all ages. Classes are closely monitored with safety as the top priority. Kickboxing and Brazilian jiujitsu classes are also available. Take advantage of free trial classes before you sign up.
10. Judge Arthur I. Synder Tennis Center
City: North Miami Beach, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (305) 919-0839
Address: 16851 West Dixie Hwy.
Description: Top pro Desi Pierre runs this popular North Miami tennis center. With 12 Hydrogrid clay courts and 6 hard courts, waits are never long. All 6 hard courts and 6 of the clay courts have lights for night matches. The facility also has showers, a lounge, and a picnic area along with 4 racquetball courts and 2 paddleball courts are also available. The center opens at 8:30 a.m. and closes at 9 p.m. on weekdays, earlier on the weekends. On Saturday at noon, the center offers wheelchair tennis, call (305) 948-2957 for more information.
11. Oleta River State Park
City: North Miami Beach, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (305) 431-1109 or (305) 919-18
Address: 3400 NE 163rd St.
Description: Weekly yoga and meditation classes are offered on Sat at 9 a.m. for free.
12. Yoga At North Shore Park
City: North Miami Beach, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Address: 501 72nd St.
Description: Take advantage of outdoor yoga at the park throughout the week. Single classes can be purchased as well as package deals for regulars. Classes are typically Mon at 11 a.m. and Fri and Sat at 9 a.m. for an hour.