Stand up Paddleboarders paddle through Oleta River

Oleta River State Park

Unwind and relax amid the beauty of Florida's largest urban park

Know Before You Go

Effective Jun. 2025: The Blue Marlin Restaurant at Oleta River State Park is currently closed.

Park Capacity

Oleta River State Park frequently reaches capacity, especially on weekends. If the park closes due to capacity, it will not reopen until the following day. Please call the Ranger Station before arrival to check capacity level.

Hours

8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year

Fees

$6 per vehicle

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Location

3400 N.E. 163rd St.
North Miami Beach FL 33160

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Contact Info

786-756-2327

Welcome to Oleta River State Park

Thirty minutes from downtown Miami, this gorgeous park is bisected by its namesake waterway that winds through a natural oasis.

Whether enjoying the 15 miles of off-road bicycling trails or paddling along lush mangrove forests, visitors find it difficult to believe that Oleta River State Park exists 30 minutes from downtown Miami. 

At just over a thousand acres, this natural oasis — Florida’s largest urban park — is a haven for mountain bikers, paddlers, anglers and swimmers. Enjoy a picnic along scenic Biscayne Bay or unwind at the end of a fishing pole.

There are rustic, air-conditioned cabins, too, along with a youth campground for organized groups. The park is also a welcomed stop for long-distance paddlers on the 1,515-mile Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail.  


Plan Your Visit

Oleta River
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Manager's Message

Discover the park through mountain biking and hiking on 14 miles of multiuse trails, or enjoy paddling and fishing.
Oleta River State Park
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Paddling Trips

Escape the city without leaving the city and explore Oleta River State Park's amazing natural habitat one paddle trip at a time.
Biking in Oleta
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Cycling at Oleta River

Jump on your bike and explore the miles of trails in Oleta River State Park, a wild and native world in the heart of Miami-Dade County.

Experiences

Bicycling
Bicycling
Camping, Primitive Group
Camping, Primitive Group
Fishing
Fishing
Mountain Biking
Mountain Biking
Paddling
Paddling
Picnicking
Picnicking
Roller Blading
Roller Blading
Snorkeling
Snorkeling
Swimming
Swimming
Walking and Running
Walking and Running
Weddings
Weddings
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Beach
Beach
Cabins
Cabins
Canoe Kayak Launch
Canoe Kayak Launch
Concession and Restaurant
Concession and Restaurant
Mountain Bike Trail
Mountain Bike Trail
Parking
Parking
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
Shower Station
Shower Station
Water Fountain
Water Fountain

Oleta River State Park Photo Gallery

Bicyclers on Trail
A rainbow over Oleta State Park
Oleta River State Park
A carcara.
Creek Inlet.
Kayaks on the island.
Blue Heron on rock.
Sunset and a white ibis.
A lake.
A view of the beach at Oleta River State Park
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The Beach at Oleta

In the hustle and bustle of Miami, idyllic Oleta River State Park is an oasis of water and sky.
A view of a trail by the water.
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Trails at Oleta

Off-road bicyclists deep in the woods at Oleta River State Park may find it surreal when they look up through the trees and catch sight of high rise condominiums.

Upcoming Events

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March Into The Past Hike

Sat, Mar 21, 2026 9:30 am - 11:00 am EDT

Guests will be learning about the history of Oleta River State Park while enjoying the scenery and hiking trails the park has to offer. The hike will be roughly two miles.
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People Make the Parks

Deysi Tobar.

Staff Spotlight, Deysi Tobar

Deysi has a passion for animals and nature. Joining the team at Oleta River was a natural fit for her talents and her passions.
Madison Carmody volunteers at Oleta River State Park.

Volunteer Spotlight

Madison is one of the youngest resident volunteers ever at Oleta River State Park. She loves the outdoors and tackling new challenges.
Friends of Oleta River State Park

Friends of Oleta River State Park

Friends of Oleta River State Park ensures the park’s success through project funding and volunteer support.

This Park is Recognized by:

Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail

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