Find your dog's name written in paw prints across every trail, grove, and patch of open sky around The Redlands, a glimpse of rural life in southern Miami-Dade.
Elevate sniffing sessions and short dog walks into an exciting adventure across a laid-back countryside where fruit trees outnumber food trucks and barking at goats is on the itinerary — welcome to The Redlands, a stretch of rustic charm and agricultural backbone in the outback of Miami.
Offering a refreshingly untamed break from Miami's busier corners, The Redlands is famous for its collection of real estate with an Old World flair, hidden paths, rustic farms, and green spaces — not just for hoomans but dogs, too!
Yes, you read right!
Tucked into South Miami-Dade, this rural gem blends open farmland with quirky destinations, tropical gardens, and family-run spots that treat four-legged visitors like VIPs, allowing Fido to go from sniffing sunflowers to stretching out under an avocado tree without any fuss.
And don't stress if your dog's zoomies start to escalate into full-blown rebellion!
Around The Redlands, there's not a sanctuary, off-leash zone, or farm stop that can't burn off every last ounce of that energy!
Here are the dog-friendly parks in The Redlands.
1) Patch of Heaven Sanctuary (Top Pick!)
21900 SW 157th Ave, Miami, FL 33170
If your dog meditates better than you do, take them to Patch of Heaven Sanctuary, a 20-acre slice of zen where butterflies float, banyan trees sprawl, and the only agenda is slow, intentional wandering (with a leash, of course).
This private nature preserve is like walking into a living fairytale with moss-draped trees, winding trails, koi ponds, and tucked-away temples that make your usual walk around the block look like amateur hour.
At Patch of Heaven Sanctuary, dogs are welcome as long as they're well-behaved and leashed (we promise, even your chaos goblin of a chihuahua will feel unusually calm here.)
Sure, it's not your typical dog park but a quiet, contemplative space, and if you and your four-legged sidekick are into mindful meanders, nature bathing, or sniffing things that aren't city sidewalks, Patch of Heaven Sanctuary will hit the spot.
Spiritual reset for you and a sensory adventure for your pup.
Win-win.
2) Royd's at Gateway Farms (Top Pick!)
20800 SW 177th Ave, Miami, FL 33187
Where can you find dogs getting their own parks, pigs pampered, and delicious Cuban comfort food in full view of a mechanical bull?
Well, we know just the place!
Welcome to Royd's Gateway Farms, a Western-themed farm and nursery that welcomes paws with open arms.
Offering all your weekend plans into one: open-air dining, a petting zoo, live music, garden shopping, and yes, two fenced-in dog parks where your pup can ditch the leash and channel their inner rodeo star, Royd's is an authentic Redland experience, one that you can share with your best pal with no worries!
Here, the food is available in huge portions, unforgettable flavors, and noteworthy options, including hits like churrasco, tamal en cazuela, and fried green tomatoes — and they're just the beginning.
Think of it as The Redlands' answer to a theme park… if the theme was "good food, fresh air, and dogs living their best lives."
3) James Archer Smith Park (Top Pick!)
200-398 NW 12th St, Homestead, FL 33030
A "furr-iffic" park in the Greater Homestead-Florida City area you can bring your pup to is James Archer Smith Park, one of the pet-friendly nature enclaves just 8 minutes from The Redlands.
At James Archer Smith Park, your dog can enjoy an array of agility equipment, including ramps, tunnels, and platforms. Aside from this, you'll find a separate area for small dogs to play in and doggy water fountains available.
There is also a lot of space outside the dog park, but your pup must remain on a leash to walk on the park trails.
The few trees that line the fenced dog park provide a decent amount of shade during most hours of the day.
Doggie bags and garbage cans are located at the entrance to the fenced area.
Other amenities include a kiddie playground, tennis courts, sports fields, public restrooms, pavilions with picnic tables, and a walking path surrounding the park.
4) Losner Park
104 N. Krome Ave., Homestead, FL 33030
For a quick afternoon walk with your dog around the Greater Homestead-Florida City area, look to Losner Park, a quaint nature spot with a few amenities you and your furry pal can enjoy, just 11 minutes from The Redlands.
Here, you can enjoy several walking/jogging paths with Fido, leashed, a matted playground for the kids, picnic areas for a snack or simple lunch with the family, benches, a stage where community events are held, and a Veterans Memorial area.
Since Losner Park is located in downtown Homestead, it's near a lot of restaurants and shops, too, so don't forget to drop by and sneak in some shopping time before you head home.
1400 Palm Dr, Homestead, FL 33035
Located in the Greater Homestead-Florida City area is a park where your pup can play off-leash, Mayor Roscoe Warren Municipal Park, a 17-minute drive from The Redlands.
The park offers two gated areas for dogs, one for dogs over 25 lbs and another for small and timid dogs.
Mayor Roscoe Warren Municipal Park also has a 'paw-some' trail you can walk, jog, or run with your dog on a leash.
However, note that you'll have to observe certain restrictions for your pup, as not all areas allow dogs.
Water is available in the park, so bring your pup a cup to avoid dehydration.
Other park amenities include a soccer field, a volleyball area, a basketball court, a gazebo, and several pavilions equipped with tables and barbecues.
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