Watch: Florida Portrait on the Oleta River State Park

Oleta River State Park is located in North Miami Beach. It is the largest urban park in Florida. The river was originally called Big Snake Creek in the 1800s, its name was changed in 1922 by developers. The state’s acquisition of the park took place in March 1980. Today, the public can enjoy numerous outdoor recreational opportunities like fishing, kayaking, swimming, bicycling, and hiking