State Parks Near Miami, Florida

7 state park units lie within 50 miles of Miami. The closest is The Barnacle Historic State Park, about 4 mi southwest of town. 4 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
The Barnacle Historic State Park4 mi southwest
Within 25 miles
4of 7 within 50 mi
With camping
52 with cabins
Dog-friendly
0pets allowed

State parks near Miami, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Miami; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. The Barnacle Historic State Park

    4 miles southwest · Coconut Grove, Florida · Historic State Park

    Things to do include historic sites and picnicking.

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  2. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park

    7 miles southeast · Key Biscayne, Florida · State Park

    Popular activities here are historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.

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  3. Oleta River State Park

    11 miles northeast · North Miami, Florida · State Park

    Things to do include canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, biking, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp. For overnight stays there is 1 campsites (tent sites and showers).

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  4. Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park

    20 miles north · Dania Bch, Florida · State Park

    Visitors come for snorkeling and diving, surfing, beachcombing, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp.

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  5. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park

    26 miles north · Ft Lauderdale, Florida · State Park

    The park supports snorkeling and diving, beachcombing, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, and swimming. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp.

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  6. Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park

    43 miles south · Key Largo, Florida · Botanical State Park

    Things to do include wildlife watching, biking, hiking, and picnicking. Overnight options include 1 campsites, with tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites.

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  7. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park

    46 miles south · Key Largo, Florida · State Park

    Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals.

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Miami

  1. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park 7 mi southeast · Campground listed
  2. Oleta River State Park 11 mi northeast · 1 campsites
  3. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park 26 mi north · 2 campsites
  4. Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park 43 mi south · 1 campsites
  5. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park 46 mi south · 54 campsites

Cabins and lodging near Miami

  1. Oleta River State Park 11 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park 26 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays

Swimming near Miami

  1. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park 7 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Oleta River State Park 11 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park 20 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
  4. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park 26 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
  5. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park 46 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area

Hiking near Miami

  1. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park 7 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
  2. Oleta River State Park 11 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
  3. Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park 20 mi north · Hiking trails listed
  4. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park 26 mi north · Hiking trails listed
  5. Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park 43 mi south · Hiking trails listed

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Fishing near Miami

  1. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park 7 mi southeast · Fishing listed
  2. Oleta River State Park 11 mi northeast · Fishing listed
  3. Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park 20 mi north · Fishing listed
  4. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park 26 mi north · Fishing listed
  5. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park 46 mi south · Fishing listed

Questions about state parks near Miami

What is the closest state park to Miami?

The Barnacle Historic State Park is the closest, about 4 miles southwest of Miami in a straight line. Next are Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park and Oleta River State Park.

How many state parks are near Miami?

7 state park units are within 50 miles, and 4 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Miami have camping?

5 parks list camping, the nearest being Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, Oleta River State Park and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Miami?

None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.

Are there free state parks near Miami?

None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.

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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.