East Greynolds Park — Attraction in North Miami Beach

My recent visit to East Greynolds Park was a delightful experience, offering a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of Miami. Nestled in North Miami Beach, this hidden gem is an ideal spot for anyone seeking tranquility amidst nature.

From the moment I arrived, I was struck by the park's lush greenery and well-maintained trails. The meandering paths take you through a variety of ecosystems, from dense woodlands to open grassy areas. It's a wonderful place for a leisurely stroll, jog, or even a quiet picnic. The park is relatively small, but it feels much larger due to its diverse landscape.

One of the highlights for me was the observation deck overlooking the Oleta River. It’s a serene spot to pause and soak in the natural beauty, with occasional sightings of local wildlife. I was fortunate to spot several species of birds and even a few iguanas basking in the sun.

The park's facilities are commendable. Clean restrooms, ample parking, and several picnic tables make it convenient for family outings. There's also a well-maintained playground that seemed to be a hit with the children visiting that day. For those interested in fishing, the park offers easy access to the riverbanks, where I saw a few anglers trying their luck.

East Greynolds Park is not only a place for relaxation but also a hub for community events. During my visit, there was a small, friendly gathering for a local music event, adding a lively touch to the serene atmosphere.

Overall, East Greynolds Park is a beautiful, well-kept park that provides a peaceful retreat in the heart of North Miami Beach. Whether you're looking for a place to connect with nature, enjoy a family day out, or simply find some quiet time, this park is definitely worth a visit. I'll certainly be returning soon to explore more of its...

This park is part of a 249 parcel of land that is split into east and west sides of Greynold's Park. In ancient times, the Tequesta used the river for travel and in the 1800's, the Seminoles set up a trading post to service early Miami settlers. Later on the land was a limestone quarry. Dedicated in 1936, Greynold's is Miami's second oldest park. It was created by the Civilian Conservation Corps. which was part of Roosevelt's New Deal Program that was set up to provide work for Americans who were suffering from the Great Depression. The limestone from the quarry was used for the buildings in the park.

Greynold's is one on my favorite parks in Miami. I have been to the west side but this was my first time visiting the east end. The park has a lot of beautiful trees which support the local bird population. As I was walking around I saw a red shouldered hawk swoop down for a meal. Park amenities in this part of the park include a restroom, dog park, and kayak launch. There is a vendor renting kayaks or bring your own. You can paddle up the Oleta River to the intracoastal, north into Dumbfoundling Bay and back to the launch. It is a 6-7 mile loop with nice scenery for most of the paddle.

The only thing I dislike about Greynold's park is they charge $7 for parking on weekends. Parks are funded by tax payers so I am used to parking for free. Greynold's started charging for parking over a year ago and I am not sure why North Miami felt they needed to start doing that. Possibly they were trying to be like nearby Oleta River Park which also has kayak rentals and charges a similar fee for entrance...

Don't be here when the sunsets or you'll be eating alive by No-See-Ums. There are people constantly having their cars broken into in the parking lot although they are parked next to the kayak trailer. At least two cars were broken into on Easter Sunday that I know of. Both doors that lead into the main dog park area are broken and the dog water fountain is clogged. People that praise the staff that work here must be confusing this park with Greynolds Park; this is East Greynolds where there is no staff ever (except once in a blue moon when the park attendant comes to tell you to leave at night) which is probably why you get kids riding bikes inside the large dog park, people doing BBQ even though they don't have a dog with them, people that don't pickup after their dog even after being told (they pretend they don't speak what ever language you try to communicate with). These same people walk in and out of the park leaving the gates open so you have to take care that your dog doesn't escape. The one thing that got better is the obvious male prostitution activity that was going on here for years: I haven't seen the walking in and out of the wooded area like in the past; but the fact that so many vehicles are broken into makes me think that this is how the degenerates are supplementing their income now. It's amazing how bad the city's website is for dog parks, if you click on East Greynolds it takes you to Greynolds instead and it doesn't list Miami Beach dog parks; yes, Miami Beach is also part of Dade County. I don't understand how no one has wrote any of this before. Only park I ever...