Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Palmetto Estates

"To see how the other half lives, take a stroll through SoFi, the enclave South of Fifth Street and South Pointe Park, known for its hip, elite residents and multi-million-dollar penthouse suites. Eyeball the most vibrant Miami Beach houses and condos, or get a yummy taste of luxury at any number of high-end restaurants along the way. If you’re going to run into a celebrity in Miami Beach, it will probably happen here."

"If you’re lucky enough, you'll get some cruises in the background. The park has hundreds of palm trees and a beautiful ocean view. It is the perfect backdrop to make your landlocked friends jealous."

"Perhaps the most famous park in Miami, Bayfront Park is extremely versatile. Located right on Biscayne Boulevard and adjacent to Bayside Marketplace, this park hosts an endless list of events from free yoga to rollerblading sessions, and of course, the annual Ultra Music Festival. Aside from its busy calendar, the park itself is home to a kids’ playground and a sandy bay front lot where pedestrians can settle into comfy loungers and enjoy the ocean breeze under the palms."

"Few American parks can claim to front such a lovely stretch of turquoise as Biscayne Bay, but Miamians are lucky like that. Noted artist and landscape architect Isamu Noguchi redesigned much of Bayfront Park in... Top ChoiceMuseum in Downtown Miami"

"One of the best spots to relax in Miami is Bayfront Park, 32 acres of lush grounds that include the Klipsch Amphitheater and the Tina Hills Pavilion. The Fourth of July fireworks and the New Year’s Eve countdown are just two of..."

"Just inside the entrance to Everglades National Park, the Anhinga Trail is many visitors’ first chance to explore the Everglades. The accessible, less-than-a-mile long (1.2-kilometer) boardwalk is one of the premier wetland viewing trails in the national park system. While named for the Anhinga (snake birds) that populate the marsh, the trail is also famous for its easy-to-spot alligators.More"

"If you do just one walk in the Everglades, make sure it's on the Anhinga Trail. Gators sun on the shoreline, anhinga spear their prey and wading birds stalk haughtily through the reeds. You'll get a close-up view of wildlife on this short (0.8 mile) trail at the Royal Palm Visitor Center. There are various overlooks, where you can sometimes see dozens of alligators piled together in the day."

"This is a 1.5-mile (2.41 km) loop trail that meanders along the waterway with chances to see wildlife. Bird watching and wildflowers are one of the potential highlights as well. This gives good glimpses into the terrain known as the Everglades."

"Around 50-minutes from Miami, Shark Valley is one of the best places in the Everglades that’s within easy reach of Miami. Once here, you can explore the trails and the iconic Bobcat Boardwalk that’s totally stunning on a gorgeous sunny day. Though, take lots of water and sunblock with you – that humidity and mosquitos can be tough."

"If you want to see the vast beauty of the Everglades and more alligators than you can count, then Shark Valley should be your #1 stop. This small section of the park packs in everything you need to see to make your vacation epic!"

"A self-guided trail that showcases a hardwood hammock ecosystem, the Gumbo Limbo Trail is accessible from the Royal Palm Visitor Center. At approximately .4 miles (.64 km), the Gumbo Limbo Trail is a short stroll, but grants a glimpse into a very distinct eco system of the Everglades.Illustrating how a few inches of elevation can create a whole new world, the Gumbo Limbo Trail wanders through a hardwood hammock ecosystem, notably different from the saw grass prairie that can be seen on the neighboring Anhinga Trail. While the saw grass prairie disappears underwater each year, the hardwood hammock is a tree island in a sea of grass, allowing tropical flora to flourish, including palms, strangler figs and the trail’s namesake, the Gumbo Limbo tree."

"Gumbo Limbo is a 0.4 mile long round trip paved trail traversing through the jungle of gumbo limbo trees, palms, and other plants."

"Lummus Park Beach is a public park with over 74 acres of land. It can be found on the east of Ocean Drive and was created in 1985."

"Located on SW 328th Street in Homestead, Homestead Bayfront Park offers visitors a variety of outdoor recreation options that are perfect for those looking to spend a little quality time outside soaking up that famous Florida sunshine. Admission to the park is paid on a per-vehicle basis, so it’s an inexpensive option for families looking to maximize the value of their hard-earned travel dollars. Parking for buses and RVs is available, though the admission cost is more than twice that of standard passenger cars."

"Spread over 32 acres in Downtown Miami, Bayfront Park is the perfect place to relax, walk, play or exercise. With open lawn spaces, a bay walk, winding walkways, a sandy beach area, special event lighting, VIP seating areas, and a tropical rock garden, this iconic park is home to many attractions from 1926. A walking distance from the bayside marketplace, the park offers several fun activities."

"If you need to escape Miami’s madness, consider a green day in one of the country’s largest tropical botanical gardens. A butterfly grove, tropical plant conservatory and gentle vistas of marsh and keys habitats, plus frequent art installations from artists like Roy Lichtenstein, are all stunning. In addition to easy-to-follow, self-guided walking tours, a free 45-minute tram tours the entire park on the hour from 10am to 3pm (till 4pm weekends)."

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"Cane a Sucre is a gourmet sandwich bar that fuses French heritage with locally-popular Cuban flavors for a meal you'll die for. Their traditional salads and soups pair perfectly with sammys, all made on hot or lightly-toasted French baguettes. Our favorite is the Le Parisian, where tender ham mingles with brie and vine-ripened tomatoes."

"If you’re looking for a choice sandwich or salad, this is the place to get your fix. They have takes on classic sandwiches like Cuban and club sandwiches, but also an extensive mix of burgers and a solid selection of coffee and espresso drinks. Cane a Sucre also serves up breakfast until 11 a.m."

"Back in Coral Gables we have yet another French bistro for you to add to your daily rotation. Frenchie’s Diner has been serving up the classic lunch and dinner staples every day but Sunday and Monday. This charming locale has everything you want from a neighborhood Brasserie–from a low-key diner atmosphere, an owner that knows you by name, and solid comfort food that never fails."

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"Kosushi is a many-time Michelin star-rated world-renowned tailor of Brazil-based Japanese cuisine, located in the heart of South Pointe. Ingredients are handpicked by head chef George Koshoji who has extensive experience in multicultural Japanese cuisine, which highlights the focus of the eatery. Koshoji has honed his collective wisdom to bring South Beach an expertly refined exposure of Sao Paolo’s flavor."

"Internationally acclaimed sushi spot Kosushi has made its way to South of Fifth. The Brazil-based concept has brought with it a number of appetizing options for diners. These options include king crab truffle, salmon aji Amarillo with caviar, and wagyu gyoza."

"A modern approach to seafood and a nautical-chic vibe draws a crowd to Lure's Fishbar, which is located inside the Loews Miami Beach Hotel's historic St Moritz Tower. On offer are creative appetisers (try the devilled eggs with caviar, or crispy rice cakes with spicy tuna), sushi rolls and salads meant for sharing, and entrée-sized seafood and steak dishes. The bucatini pasta with butter-poached lobster is a sumptuous option and they've got an award-winning burger for those not in the mood for fish."

"No trip to Miami Beach is complete without sushi, and Lure Fishbar is a great choice. The restaurant itself is lovely and luxurious, and the staff is famous for their kid-friendly attitude. You’re certain to find a high chair or a booster seat, and DVD players are even available to keep kids entertained."

"Capturing an upscale nautical atmosphere, the restaurant and raw bar are the brainchild of Josh Capon and Executive Chef Jeff Raider who … […]"

"Last but not least, there's Sushi Song, over in Flamingo Lummus, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 201 reviews on Yelp. You can find the sushi bar, which also offers desserts, salads and more, at 1239 Washington Ave. Named the best sushi restaurant in Fort Lauderdale Daily's Best of Fort Lauderdale: Restaurants, Bars, Gyms and More, Sushi Song offers dishes like the Maine Lobster Volcano Roll, made with baked lobster served on top of a shrimp tempura roll, and the Spiderman Roll, soft shell crab tempura topped with a spicy tuna tartar and eel sauce."