What are the hours for Miami EcoAdventures?

The center is listed as open 9 AM to 5 PM every day of the week.

What activities does Miami EcoAdventures offer?

Kayaking, canoeing, boat cruises, fishing, archery, biking, guided hikes and night programs, group camping, nature camps, and educational programs for schools and groups.

Should I buy Miami EcoAdventures tickets in advance?

Yes, getting tickets in advance is recommended. Activities are booked online through the Miami-Dade Parks booking page.

Is Miami EcoAdventures good for kids?

Yes. It is listed as good for kids and kids' birthdays, there is a playground at the park, and guests praise the nature and fishing camps and wildlife encounters.

Is Miami EcoAdventures wheelchair accessible?

The entrance, parking lot and restroom are listed as wheelchair accessible.

Where is Miami EcoAdventures located?

The nature center is at 3401 SW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33155, inside A.D. (Doug) Barnes Park. Some tours depart from the program's other nature centers.

Can I take a beginner archery or kayaking class?

Yes. Guests mention introductory archery and Kayaking 101 classes with patient instructors.

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Miami EcoAdventures

8.9

3401 SW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33155, USA

ClosedOpens Tue 9:00 AM

Miami-Dade County's guided kayaking, archery, hikes and nature camps, run out of the A.D. Barnes Park nature center

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About Miami EcoAdventures

Miami EcoAdventures is the county parks program for guided outdoor experiences, and its home base here is the nature center inside A.D.

(Doug) Barnes Park at 3401 SW 72nd Ave. The program also runs out of four other Miami-Dade nature centers, and many tours meet at those parks, so check the booking page for each activity's starting point.

The lineup covers kayaking and canoeing in mangrove backwaters, sunset and snorkel boat cruises, archery classes, fishing lessons, biking tours, daytime hikes and nighttime owl walks, plus primitive group camping. Guests describe naturalist guides who explain the wildlife, plants and local history along the way, from solution holes to hummingbirds and butterflies.

Archery and Kayaking 101 classes are aimed at beginners, and school-break nature and fishing camps are popular with parents. Reviews also mention the nature trail and a large playground at the park.

The center is open 9 AM to 5 PM daily, and tickets in advance are recommended. Entrance, parking and restrooms are wheelchair accessible.

Activities are booked through Miami-Dade Parks.

Highlights

First-Time Visitor

Nature Lover

Local Favorite

Guided Tours

Group Tours Available

Advance Booking Required

Outdoor

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8.9

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Experience

10.0

Value for Money

9.0

Facilities

8.0

Crowd Management

8.0

Accessibility

8.0

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Closed

Mon9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tue9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wed9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thu9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Fri9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sat9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sun9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Reviews

Reviewers consistently praise the knowledgeable naturalist guides and instructors, and the way tours, classes and camps make nature approachable and fun for families, school groups and first-timers.

Knowledgeable GuidesArchery & Kayaking ClassesFamily & Camps

The Experience

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Guided ToursGroup Tours AvailableAdvance Booking Required

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Wheelchair AccessibleAccessible Restrooms

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Outdoor

facilities

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First-Time VisitorNature LoverLocal FavoriteKids Under 10Family Outing

Location Kendall

3401 SW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33155, USA

Reserve parking nearby Get a ride there

www.miamiecoadventures.com

+1 (305) 666-5885

[email protected]

What People Love

Knowledgeable Guides: Guests repeatedly highlight guides and staff who explain wildlife, plants and local history in an engaging, patient way.

Archery & Kayaking Classes: Beginner archery and Kayaking 101 classes are described as safe, relaxed and fun, with patient instructors.

Family & Camps: Parents say the fishing and nature camps are affordable, enriching and loved by kids.

Nature & Wildlife: Guests mention hummingbirds, butterflies, manatees, owls and a well-kept nature trail.

Know Before You Go

Book activities in advance: advance tickets are recommended.
Some tours start at other Miami-Dade nature centers, so confirm the meeting point when you book.
Entrance, parking and restroom are wheelchair accessible.

Frequently Asked Questions

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About Miami EcoAdventures

Miami EcoAdventures is the county parks program for guided outdoor experiences, and its home base here is the nature center inside A.D.

Archery and Kayaking 101 classes are aimed at beginners, and school-break nature and fishing camps are popular with parents. Reviews also mention the nature trail and a large playground at the park.

The center is open 9 AM to 5 PM daily, and tickets in advance are recommended. Entrance, parking and restrooms are wheelchair accessible.

Activities are booked through Miami-Dade Parks.

Highlights

First-Time Visitor

Nature Lover

Local Favorite

Guided Tours

Group Tours Available

Advance Booking Required

Outdoor

The Experience

access

Guided ToursGroup Tours AvailableAdvance Booking Required

accessibility

Wheelchair AccessibleAccessible Restrooms

environment

Outdoor

facilities

Restrooms

family

Kid-FriendlyPlaygroundEducational ProgramsBirthday Party PackagesCamp Programs

Perfect For

First-Time VisitorNature LoverLocal FavoriteKids Under 10Family Outing

What People Love

Knowledgeable Guides: Guests repeatedly highlight guides and staff who explain wildlife, plants and local history in an engaging, patient way.

Archery & Kayaking Classes: Beginner archery and Kayaking 101 classes are described as safe, relaxed and fun, with patient instructors.

Family & Camps: Parents say the fishing and nature camps are affordable, enriching and loved by kids.

Nature & Wildlife: Guests mention hummingbirds, butterflies, manatees, owls and a well-kept nature trail.

Frequently Asked Questions