The term "camping" got me interested but it took me a long distance phone call to find out the camping is for Girl/Boy Scouts only. PITA

Beach may be great though.

Our family enjoys going to Bill Baggs State Park to lay on the beach, soak up the sun, swim in the ocean and fish. A walk up the 109 steps of the historic lighthouse for the fabulous view is usually a must, too. The lighthouse, built in 1825 and reconstructed in 1846, is the oldest standing structure in Miami-Dade County. Bicycles, ocean kayaks, beach chairs and umbrellas are available for rental. If we decide not to pack a picnic, we will usually enjoy the fresh, delicious seafood at Boaters Grill overlooking No Name Harbor. This is also a great place for birthday parties, as the park has large picnic pavillions available. Overnight boat camping is allowed in No Name Harbor, and a primitive campsite is available for organized youth groups. Entrance fees vary depending on whether you drive a car in, are by yourself or walk in.

All Review Photos While in Miami, take the time to explore Bill Baggs State Park, located just off I-95. Here you will find a secluded beach, a variety of activities, and the Key Biscayne Lighthouse. Since I am a big lighthouse fan, ...

I completely agree with the first reviewer. During the eight years I lived in Miami and during prior and subsequent visits, this has been one of my favorite spots to just relax for a couple of hours or a weekend picnic beach going. Where you actually get to experience both, the grassy and shaded areas with picnic tables as well as the ocean and the sandy beach. Unfortunately most of the coastline along Dade County was altered forever after Hurricane Andrew, nonetheless, this remains a great getaway place for locals and a worthy destination for visitors.

While staying with a friend in Cocoanut Grove, she recommended Key Biscayne for the beach day I was so desperately craving. When we got there it was just perfect. There were no crowds, the sand was perfect, the water was perfect, and we even rented the little carriage bikes to go around the island. Had I known that this was considered one of the top rated beaches in the country or that there was so much to do, we would have explored much more. In short, we STILL talk about how great that beach was, second only to the beaches of St. Thomas. Would go back in a heartbeat.