Southeast Florida

Things to do in Southeast Florida, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Stuart and getaways to outdoor recreation, hiking, biking, trails, canoeing, kayaking, places to camp, places to stay, unique restaurants, road trips, historic places and Funky Florida.

Funky, Southeast Florida, Unique eats

Knaus Berry Farm: Beloved sweet spot in Homestead re-opens Oct. 30, 2018

by Bonnie Gross

The true sign of fall in South Florida: Lines start forming at Knaus Berry Farms. This 50-year-old institution south of Miami has generations of devoted fans. It’s a good stop for an Everglades trip or a day exploring the Redland.

Everglades, Festivals, Southeast Florida

Seminoles’ American Indian Arts Celebration: Nov. 2 – 3, 2018

by Bonnie Gross

The festival offers tradition — fry bread and alligator wrestling — but also celebrates the diversity of native cultures. Entertainers include the high energy Native Pride Dancers from Minnesota.

Beaches, Snorkeling, Southeast Florida

Snorkeling in Florida: Where to explore from shore

by Bonnie Gross

Snorkeling in South Florida doesn’t require a boat. Here are some great places where you can snorkel and see fish and other sea creatures right from the beach.

Anhinga chicks at Everglades National Park. (Photo: David Blasco)

Birding, Everglades, Southeast Florida

‘Super colony’ of birds nests in Everglades: You can’t see them, but visit anyway

by Bonnie Gross

2018 is an exceptional one for nesting birds in Everglades National Park. Two super colonies– more than 25,000 birds clustered together– are nesting in the park for the first time since the 1940s. We couldn’t resist a visit. And while you can’t reach the super colonies, there is much to see on a spring visit.

Kayaking past the fishing pier in the lagoon area of Oleta River State Park. (Photo: Bonnie Gross)

Beaches, Bike & Hike, Kayak & Canoe, Lodging, Southeast Florida

Oleta River State Park feels like island getaway in Miami urban sprawl

by Bob Rountree and Bonnie Gross

This Miami state park, 10 minutes from sprawling Aventura Mall, is a remarkable island of green where you can kayak, mountain bike, picnic and enjoy a sandy beach. There are even rustic cabins to rent.