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A.D. (''Doug'') Barnes Park
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| Address | 3401 SW 72 Avenue, Miami, FL
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| Phone Number | 305-666-5883 |
| Hours of Operation | Park Hours: Sunrise to Sunset Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday Nature Center: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Closed Monday & Tuesday Summer Public Swim Hours 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday-Friday 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m., Mon, Wed, Fri 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday Non-Summer Public Swim Hours 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m., Mon, Wed, Fri 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Mon, Wed, Fri 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Tuesday & Thursday 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Saturday |
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A.D. Barnes Park is a 65-acre park nestled in the heart of one of Miami’s busiest areas. The park is dedicated to and named after the first Director of the Parks and Recreation Department, who strongly believed recreation was important to the lives of every citizen in Miami-Dade County. Since its opening in 1977, the park has integrated activities that serve people with disabilities into its programming.
The park is home to The Sense of Wonder Nature Center and Trail set within one of the few remaining Pine Rocklands in Miami-Dade County. As a result, the 8.5 acre Nature Center has become an "oasis" for migrating birds and, according to the National Audubon Society, is one of the best places to see birds in Miami. The park is listed as a site on the Great Florida Birding Trail. The Nature Center's primary focus is to build outdoor skills in a "Near Outdoors" setting. The goal is to produce quality outdoor experiences that are close to the urban setting. Whether it is archery, birds, canoeing, swimming, or just a day enjoying a sun drenched picnic, A.D. Barnes Park offers something for everyone!
A. D. Barnes Park Pool
3401 SW 72 Ave.
Miami, FL 33155
305-665-1626
The heated pool is open year round and is accessible with a pool lift. The following programs are provided: exercise classes; lifeguard classes; and Learn-to-Swim programs by certified American Red Cross water safety instructors for tiny tots ages 3-6, kids ages 6-17 and adults ages18+. There is also a swim team program here, and the pool can be rented for pool parties and events. This facility also features a fun splash park playground for kids and a paved picnic area with umbrella-covered round tables in between the splash playground and main pool. The facility also offers a locker room with showers.
Public Swim Fees
- Child/Adult = $2.50
- Senior = $1.50
Sense of Wonder Nature Center
Phone Number: 305-662-4124
Hours of Operation: Monday & Tuesday - Closed; Wednesday to Sunday - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Eco-adventure tours offered.
- Bird and wild animal sanctuary in 15 acres of native plants and trees
- Guided tours
- Nature center features a reptile exhibit, home of the MDFD Anti-Venom Unit reptile collection
- Continuous nature study and outreach programs for all ages, including school groups and organizations
- Hands-on environmental programs, Native American program and Touch the Bay
- Nature-based camps in three levels for ages 6-16, offered seasonally
- Free or low-cost special events and nature study programs for public
- Fishing lake, playground, jogging trails, picnic shelters and restrooms
- Themed birthday parties
- Group camping
Leisure Access Camp
The Leisure Access Camp is fully accessible for persons with disabilities and is available to rent to all. The camp is surrounded by ten acres of pineland and tropical hardwoods. It features two cottages equipped with showers, a lodge, and a dining hall with full kitchen. This campground is available only to groups and/or organizations, no family camping is allowed.
The cabins include 10 (twin) beds per cabin (occupancy load is 20), you can bring additional cots/sleeping bags or roll away beds. There are two fully accessible restrooms with showers in each cabin. There are Ceiling fans as well as central A/C-Heat.
The Lodge / Kitchen area seats 64 with tables and 90 without tables and may be reserved for meetings or social functions. Special activities for persons with disabilities are offered at the camp, and the complex may be reserved for special programs.
To rent the Leisure access Center call (305) 665-5319-(just before the line stating: Reservations are limited to weekends only.Rates are:
- $195.00/ 1 Cabin per night*
- $250.00/ 2 Cabins per night*
*Security Deposit:
- $350.00 (due at time of booking)
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