Greynolds Park — Attraction in North Miami Beach

I was on my way to the Ancient Spanish Monastery when I passed this park and decided to check it out. This park is actually divided into two parks east and west. The Tequesta used the river for travel and the Seminoles set up a trading post to service early Miami settlers.The park was originally a limestone quarry. It is Miami's second oldest park and it was created in the 1930's by the Civilian Conservation Corps. which was part of Roosevelt's New Deal Program that was created 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.

On the day I visited the west side of the park was filled with families picnicking, biking, having photo shoots, and celebrating birthdays in the various pavilions. The park was very lovely as it has a lake with trails that run around it. There is a boathouse that apparently used to rent canoes but it seems to be out of business. A unique feature of the park is the 46 foot high observation mound that seems to have a stone fort perched on top of it. It was created with abandoned material from the rock quarry and the walled lookout platform was added to the top. You can climb to the top and have a fantastic view of the park. Other amenities in this part of the park include a nine hole golf course, nature trails, playground, restrooms, and picnic shelters. The east part of the park located a short distance away contains a dog park and kayak and paddle board rental business.

I loved exploring the park especially since it was a surprise find. A lot of interesting history took place here. Florida's Native People used it for transportation and trade, American's recovering from the Great Depression built it, and families today continue to enjoy it's beauty while using it for recreation. If you find yourself in North Miami it is worth a stop to take a look around. I...

I have been there with my ancle and my mom to celebrate something too spacial so we plan to have a bbq. My ancle has a service dog because he is struggle with some medical condition and he is always with his dog, we were at the park trying to start the fire for the bbq and 1 rude security or ranger person approached to me and said that the dog can be there and I told him that is a service dog and I showed him the papers ( that I have the right not to show but I did) he said that in his experience the dog is not a service dog and we have to leave the promises. I called the police and I waited to they come, in the mean time, he called like 3 more guys and the started to films us like we are doing something wrong they were watching us for a long time toking and laughing and I felt so uncomfortable and small, and insecure 2 big guys and one someone in a golf car waiting there like have nothing to do more than bather us. Then, after hour and a half the police came and we spoke with them but,were so strange, they said that the park has its own rules and we cannot be there if they do not approve the dog! My uncle finished with a panic attack and I was so mad about all the situation. It is Insane !! I love that park I went to many times and I wanted to have a spacial day… believe me ! We had a terror day that day! So, if you have a service dog do not take to the park!! They have a sign next to that says the contrary ! We accept service dog. I love the park but the people manage it is rude and have...

Greynolds Park, is a great place to go, with all your family. And Friends. There is something to do, for everyone. It Is by large, one of the biggest, Parks in the city of North Miami Beach. You must pay for parking, but it is very low priced. They have a castle, on top of the hill. Where you can climb up please be careful. Plenty of parking space, on both entrances. There is one on the northwest side of the park. There's another one on the northeast side. They have wonderful trails, to walk through. Great place to ride your bike. Great place to play football and baseball with your family. BBQs, are spread throughout the park. Free of charge. They have Pavilions, if you choose to have a, private party, you can reserve. Prices are low as well. They have a kiddie park. They have a great lake. No swimming allowed. No fishing allowed, as well. Please do not feed the wildlife. There is also, access to a golf course. If you're into jogging. This is the place, to go. If you choose to get married, they have an area, where you can be accommodated. I was married there, with my wife, of 20 years right on the lake. In front of their two-story Pavilion.. We have a special spot, in our heart, for this park. And my children have grown up, visiting this park as well. They get so happy, when we say we're going to greynolds park . . Good place also to have, outdoor functions. Hope I was helpful. If you liked this review. Please give me a thumbs up. By pressing the...