Fern Isle Park

Fern Isle Park is a City of Miami park at 2201 NW 11th St, on the Miami River in Grapeland Heights. The grounds hold baseball fields, a basketball court, a playground with slides and swings, picnic tables, barbecue grills and a bridge that guests mention often.

A walking path loops the property, and runners describe it as a well-kept route of roughly a mile. Dogs are allowed, and the park runs youth programs and camps.

Admission is free and a free parking lot is on site. Visitors describe a quiet, local feel with boat traffic and a bit of industrial backdrop along the river, rather than a polished tourist stop.

It works for a short walk, a kids' afternoon, a baseball tournament or a picnic. Hours are 7 AM to 10 PM Monday through Friday and 7 AM to 7 PM on weekends.

Shade in the parking area is limited and the lot fills up on busy days.