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Miami’s Parks & Nature Attractions

Jungle Island

With so much to offer, be sure to plan a full day of adventure at Jungle Island. Jungle Island has a rich, 75-year history in Miami, and offers a wealth of entertaining and educational opportunities.

There are many unique animal experiences here, including:

o The tiger/liger exhibit o Hank, the 20 ft. Crocosaurus o The twin orangutans, Peanut &

Pumpkin o V.I.P. safari tour, and much, much

more.

If you are planning to be in the Miami area, this is truly a must see!

Everglades National Park

Everglades National Park protects three endangered species; the manatee, the American Crocodile, and the Florida Panther. Not only is it valuable habitat, but it is incredibly beautiful scenery. If you can make time for the Everglades on your trip to South Florida, you will want to make sure to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.

Everglades National Park is truly one of our nations natural treasures.

While in the everglades, you can enjoy:

o Biking & hiking o Canoeing o Tram & boat tours o Camping o Ranger guided programs.

Miami Seaquarium

Add another must see place on your list, with the Miami Seaquarium. Here there are many opportunities to experience and learn about sea life. There are lots of exhibits to see and entertaining shows to watch that feature dolphins, killer whales, seals, and sea lions.

You surely will not get bored spending your day at the Miami Seaquarium!

There are also many encounters and activities that you can purchase as a package; including:

o Swimming with dolphins o Swimming with seals o Reef encounters o V.I.P. Tours o “Trainer for a Day” packages

Biscayne National Park

If aquamarine waters right outside of Miami, yet worlds away appeal to you, then Biscayne National Park is right up your alley.

Sit back, relax and enjoy the view of the bay!

There are many activities available here, including:

o Boating in glass bottom boat to view the beautiful reefs below o Snorkeling and diving the sunken

shipwrecks o Camping o Watching wildlife

Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park

What happens when the oldest standing structure in Miami-Dade County meets the #7 ranked beach in the country? If you love lighthouses, or enjoy beaches, Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park is the place to be!

There are two restaurants, bikes can be rented, and camping is allowed. Enjoy a fabulous time at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park!

Popular activities include:

o Fishing o Biking o Kayaking o Daily tour up the 109 steps to

the top of the lighthouse and through the lightkeeper’s cottage.

Oleta River State Park

Oleta River State Park offers a wealth of recreational opportunities in a beautiful environment. Located on Biscayne Bay, Oleta River State Park has over 1,000 acres of land.

Oleta is also very well known for its beautiful stand of mangrove trees. If you come to this park, these are not to be missed! With lots to do, this would be a wonderful spot to include on any itinerary!

This land is set aside for :

o Swimming o Bicycle trails o Kayaking & canoeing o Picnicking o Just basic relaxing and

enjoying nature.

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Sources http://jungleisland.com/

http://www.nps.gov/ever/planyourvisit/index.htm. http://miamiseaquarium.com/AnimalEncounters

http://www.floridastateparks.org/