Historic Virginia Key Beach Park combines a waterfront outing with an important chapter of Miami's Black history.
The plan
Historic Virginia Key Beach Park combines a waterfront outing with an important chapter of Miami's Black history. The former segregated beach is now a place for recreation, ecology and public memory. Make time for its historical interpretation as well as the beach and shaded picnic areas. Check current park hours, entry charges and event notices before crossing the causeway. This is the historic park at Virginia Beach Drive, distinct from other recreation areas on Virginia Key. Bring supplies for a picnic and allow time for a short exploratory walk. Event days can change access and parking, so use the park's own visit information for the selected date.
Plan the visit
Check current park hours, entry charges and event notices before crossing the causeway. This is the historic park at Virginia Beach Drive, distinct from other recreation areas on Virginia Key.
Make it work
Bring supplies for a picnic and allow time for a short exploratory walk. Event days can change access and parking, so use the park's own visit information for the selected date.
Before you go
Read a little of the beach's history before settling into the recreation part of the day.