Barnacle Historic State Park

Barnacle Historic State Park is a preserved area offering lush green space, the oldest house in Miami-Dade County, and plenty of activities. Whether you're interested in history or the outdoors, you'll find plenty of fun here.

You can bring the whole family along when you visit, as the park is notably family friendly. Simply put, anyone who enjoys relaxing will find comfort in this destination. Most people spend about 2 or 3 hours here, but you're more than welcome to stay longer to take in everything the park has to offer.

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Barnacle Historic State Park highlights

One of the most popular activities in Barnacle Historic State Park is the birding opportunities. While the park is relatively small, you'll find a massive variety of birds throughout like herons, pelicans, and kingfishers. Doves, woodpeckers, and several birds of prey can also be found throughout the evergreens and semi-deciduous trees.

While you can tour the historic house, one of the more central attractions here is picnicking. The front lawn of the park by the house is a perfect place to set up picnic blankets, chairs, and coolers on sunny days, which are most days in Miami.

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Good to know when visiting Barnacle Historic State Park

To get the most out of your trip to Barnacle Historic State Park, there are some important aspects to keep in mind. Picnicking is incredibly popular, but barbecue and charcoal grills are strictly prohibited. You are free to bring propane and gas stoves, however, provided you keep them at least 100 feet away from the historic house museum.

When you visit this park, you'll find yourself near quite a few other parks as well. If you're looking to explore the best-preserved areas around Miami, you'll also find Peacock Park to the east and Munroe Park to the north.

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Adress: 3485 Main Hwy, Miami, FL 33133, USA

Öppettider: Wednesday–Monday from 9 am to 5 pm (closed on Tuesdays)

Telefonnummer: +1 305-442-6866

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