Hidden gems - Nature preserves in Miami, United States not to miss (Updated March, 2024)

Hidden gems: Nature preserves in Miami

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Miami. This list contains 77 places from Nature preserve category.

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Owl Island

Nature preserve

👍👍 It was beautiful and we spotted some bioluminescent bugs. Might have been fireflies or giant florida click beetles. Whatever they were, they were beautiful. Lots of mosquitoes and not named Owl Island from what we saw

5.00 (5 reviews) (~15.16 km from centre)

Tropical Audubon Society

Non-profit organization

👍👍 The Tropical Audubon Society of South Florida is a very nice place to be! They have tours of the Doc Thomas house every first Saturday of each month. They have eco-restoration tours every third Saturday of each month. They have many other fun events planned throughout the year. I have volunteered he...

4.90 (47 reviews) (~11.95 km from centre)

Hobe Sound Nature Center

Nature preserve

👍👍 My father and I anchored up for the night here, arriving mid-afternoon as we head into the final leg of my journey with him down the intracoastal waterway. I enjoyed a swim to the beach from the boat and he and the dog used the tender to reach the beach. It was low tide and the depth of water was ab...

4.90 (40 reviews) (~140.6 km from centre)

Jenny P. Caceres, DC. Coral Gables Family Chiropractic

Chiropractor

👍👍 Dr. Careres is amazing! When I threw out my lower back and could barely walk she saved me. I am dealing with neck issues now which were triggering headaches that in turn led to nausea. The headaches have lessened and the nausea is completely gone. We are still working to completely heal the neck...

4.90 (37 reviews) (~7.64 km from centre)

Loxahatchee Everglades

Nature preserve

4.90 (25 reviews) (~65.3 km from centre)

Deering Estate North Addition Preserve

Nature preserve

👍👍 An amazing preserve! I love biking here. You truly feel connected to nature and enjoy the ocean.

4.90 (14 reviews) (~19.26 km from centre)

Bob Janes Preserve

Nature preserve

Nature preserve & walking area with trails through picturesque scenery.

4.90 (7 reviews) (~183 km from centre)

CREW Marsh Trails

Hiking area

👍👍 Had such a lovely time exploring these trails. The educational signs and components were very high quality, and we saw lots of wildlife! (Mostly birds). I recommend going early in the morning and packing plenty of water.

4.80 (149 reviews) (~155.83 km from centre)

Archbold Biological Station

Nature preserve

👍👍 I grew up at Archbold, My Grandfather Dr. James N Layne was the first director My Father is Opperations manager. It has been a pleasure being a part of various research projects and support staff.

4.80 (91 reviews) (~194.5 km from centre)

Turtle Nesting Area And Scuba Diving Zone

Nature preserve

Low-key beach destination known for seasonal turtle nesting & popular scuba diving spots.

4.80 (41 reviews) (~46.99 km from centre)

Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center

Park

👍👍 Great staff and great place for exploring. Highly recommended.

4.70 (137 reviews) (~7.78 km from centre)

CREW Cypress Dome Trails

Hiking area

👍👍 Very cool hike! Happened upon one of the largest alligators we’ve seen in the wild, sunning on the side of a canal. She patiently let us photograph her before we walked away. We made it about 3/4’s of the trail before the

4.70 (126 reviews) (~156.3 km from centre)

SWA Greenway Trail System North Entrance

Park

👍 This is a scenic spot for hikers (and cyclists) of all levels. There are both short and long trails with benches along the way, so you can stop to rest or have a snack (bring your own, of course, and take your trash with you). We usually spot a lot of squirrels and herons while we're hiking. We've a...

4.70 (120 reviews) (~112.66 km from centre)

Pepper Ranch Preserve

Nature preserve

👍👍 This place was so neat and definitely worth the visit. I would bring shoes you don't mind getting dirty if you are hiking. Also this isn't the place for you if you are scared of cows, it could feel intimidating. Otherwise definitely go!

4.70 (115 reviews) (~148.96 km from centre)

Stunson Nature Trail

Nature preserve

👍👍 Arrived to late to walk the trail. No parking here. Parked at adjacent Royal Palm Park and walked to Stunson. (about 100 yards.) Looks beautiful. Will come back to walk the whole path. The walking path is gravel but smooth.

4.70 (90 reviews) (~44.6 km from centre)

Spruce Bluff Preserve

Nature preserve

👍👍 EXCELLENT piece of local history!!!! Shaded, easy walk. 1:15 minutes. Trail is well marked, flat, dry and hard packed. Beautiful old boardwalks over the wetlands, with amazing vantage points. Google the park to download the tour. Picnic table at the entrance is your only spot to sit for a snack. The...

4.70 (58 reviews) (~165.29 km from centre)

Bailey Homestead Preserve, Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation

Nature preserve

👍👍 Beautiful nursery with a large selection of native plants. The staff is very helpful and kind, and they care about what they do. Even if you visit just to walk around, you will see lots of wildlife. You can also walk down the trail behind the nursery which is really nice. You can't go inside the hou...

4.70 (54 reviews) (~199.64 km from centre)

Caracara Prairie Preserve

Nature preserve

👍👍 I got there early morning, the GPS took me to a gate that was not the right one. ...a poster hanging on the gate, put me on the road again for 1/4 more mile, straight to the parking lot at Crew Cypress Dome Trailhead.... Trails are designed by colors, ... Yellow, Green, White and red, all connected...

4.70 (47 reviews) (~155.16 km from centre)

Indrio Savannahs Preserve

Nature preserve

👍👍 Great place for a casual stroll, an easy hike, birding, fishing (catch and release), and picnicking. Dog friendly on leash with scoop. Bicycles allowed. Picnic tables and grills by lake at trailhead. Three and a half miles of trail through various habitats with an observation tower. Managed native h...

4.70 (47 reviews) (~195.91 km from centre)

The Mangrove

Nature preserve

👍👍 Rent a kayak from Hurricane Hole. This is the best place in Key West to go through in a kayak

4.70 (33 reviews) (~207.37 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Nature preserves in Miami, United States