Exploring Biscayne Bay
A playground for paddlers, boaters, divers, snorkelers, and anglers in Miami, Biscayne Bay is a shallow estuary bounded by barrier islands and coral reefs, stretching from the Oleta River to Key Largo.
Protected by both federal status (in Biscayne National Park) and state status as the Biscayne Bay Aquatic Preserve, it formed between ridges as sea levels rose, and now covers more than 63,000 acres.
More than 50 islands in the bay are a part of Biscayne National Park, while the larger islands – like Key Biscayne and Star Island – are heavily populated areas in the Miami metro.
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Florida’s Toxic Trees
Southeast Florida is home to two poisonous trees, the poisonwood and the manchineel. Learn how to recognize them so you don’t get too close, and find out how truly dangerous they are.
Celebrate National Park Week
April 21 kicks off a week-long nationwide celebration of America’s National Parks, starting with fee-free admission on Saturday April 21. Get outdoors and explore Florida’s National Parks, your public lands!
Miami Hikes?
Response to a reader question on trails within a half-hour of Aventura: My wife and I love to walk and hike. What trails would you recommend?
NEARBY: Coral Gables, Homestead, Key Biscayne, Key Largo, Miami | PART OF: Southeast Florida