Hike through a tropical forest and learn about the native Tequesta tribe. Share a nighttime encounter with animals, followed by a campfire marshmallow roast. Take a ride through the Everglades or walk through haunted woods with experienced investigators.
Most tours are open to all ages. Closed-toe shoes are required to participate in tours.
To request material in accessible format, information on access for persons with disabilities or sign language interpreter services (seven days in advance) call Accessibility Services or TDD.
Learn about the mysteries of the night and see what lurks around the park when the lights go out at Greynolds Park. Naturalists will guide you through the park nature trails in search of its nocturnal residents including eastern screech owls, raccoons, night spiders and more.
Creatures of the Night is for all ages.
Standard rate*
$6
Private program rate**
$150 or 25 people minimum
*Register online, phone or in person **Register by phone or email
Payment methods
Cash
Check
Credit card (all major credit cards are accepted)
What to bring
Closed-toe shoes (required)
Water
Light, comfortable clothing
Insect repellent
Flashlight
Electronic devices and binoculars may be brought at your own risk.
Bring the family to explore the fascinating past of Arch Creek Park on this child-friendly adventure! Naturalist guides will take you on a hike through a tropical hardwood hammock where you will learn all about the native Tequesta tribe. After the hike, take a hands-on approach to discovery with a demonstration at a mock excavation site, and learn the true value of historical and archaeological sites.
Archaeology Adventure is for all ages.
Standard rate*
$6
Private program rate**
$150 or 25 people minimum
*Register online, phone or in person **Register by phone or email
Payment methods
Cash
Check
Credit card (all major credit cards are accepted)
What to bring
Closed-toe shoes (required)
Water
Sun block
Sunglasses
Light, comfortable clothing
Insect repellent
Snacks or a light lunch
Electronic devices and binoculars may be brought at your own risk.
Enjoy an evening of discovery in the world of owls! Start the night with a presentation all about these nocturnal birds before entering the nature trails with a guide to search for them. Observe the difference of the park after dark and encounter other nocturnal natives such as raccoons and night spiders.
Campfire & Owl Walk is for all ages.
This adventure takes place in three locations:
Arch Creek Park
Bill Sadowski Park
Castellow Hammock Park
Standard rate*
$6
Private program rate**
$150 or 25 people minimum
*Register online, phone or in person **Register by phone or email
Payment methods
Cash
Check
Credit card (all major credit cards are accepted)
What to bring
Closed-toe shoes (required)
Water
Light, comfortable clothing
Insect repellent
Flashlight
Snacks or a light lunch
Marshmallows
Electronic devices and binoculars may be brought at your own risk.
Feel free to bring your own marshmallows to roast at a campfire following the walk.
Take a night-time stroll into some of the various natural ecosystems of South Florida alongside a naturalist guide to discover the marvelous nocturnal life of the park at dusk. Experience the sights and sounds of a variety of birds, raccoons, night spiders and many more nocturnal natives.
Campfire & Night Walk is for all ages. This adventure takes place in three locations:
Arch Creek Park
A.D. Barnes Park
Castellow Hammock Park
Standard rate*
$6
Private program rate**
$150 or 25 people minimum
*Register online, phone or in person **Register by phone or email
Payment methods
Cash
Check
Credit card (all major credit cards are accepted)
What to bring
Closed-toe shoes (required)
Water
Sun block
Sunglasses
Light, comfortable clothing
Insect repellent
Flashlight
Snacks or a light lunch
Marshmallows
Electronic devices and binoculars may be brought at your own risk.
Feel free to bring your own marshmallows to roast at a campfire following the walk.
Join our naturalist as we set the record straight on bats, a group of fantastic but misunderstood mammals. The program will start with a short presentation inside on the importance of and common misconceptions on bats, followed by a night hike where we will use special acoustic devices to listen for bat calls that we may not be able to hear with the human ear. Feel free to bring hotdogs and marshmallows to roast over our campfire following the walk. Campfire & Bat walk is for all ages.
Standard Rate: $6
Private program rate: $150 for no more than 10 guests
Once the site of Orchid Jungle, the Hattie Bauer Preserve is home to rare plant life and historic structures. In this guided tour through an extensive, forested trail system you'll learn about Orchid Jungle in its heyday, what caused its downfall, & the efforts the parks department is making to restore it. This program meets at the Hattie Bauer Preserve front gates; please bring closed-toe shoes, insect repellant, sun coverage, & plenty of drinking water. Hattie Bauer Hike is for all ages.
Standard Rate: $6
Private program rate: $150 for no more than 10 guests
Grab your binoculars and a to-go coffee mug and head to Castellow Hammock Park to learn the basics of birding at one of Miami-Dade County's secret birding hotspots. Open to beginners and experts alike, we'll seek out the colorful feathered visitors who migrate into South Florida every fall and winter while sipping on coffee provided by the park. Children's binoculars are available for our younger guests. Beginner Birding is for ages 5 and older.
Standard Rate: $6
Private program rate: $150 for no more than 10 guests
Enjoy a morning of discovery in the world of native and exotic creatures that call the park home. Starts with a hike through the endless nature trails and search for these creatures with the help of a naturalist. After the hike you will get to meet some of the nature center residents and a chance to interact with Shakira, the resident Red Tail Boa. Program will follow social distancing & sanitization guidelines outline by CDC, local and state officials. Wildlife encounter and nature hike is for all ages.
Standard Rate: $8
Private program rate: $150 for no more than 10 guests
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