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City & Community Park

James Archer Smith Park

A well-kept city park with a splash pad, dog runs, and shaded walking paths for a relaxed afternoon outside.

(714)
$$$$Homestead, FL

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James Archer Smith Park is a solid, well-organized green space in the middle of Homestead, and it's the kind of place that earns repeat visits. Parking is easy, which isn't something you can always say around here. The park is laid out in a rectangle with spots on all four sides, so you're never circling forever.

The dog setup is genuinely good. Two separate fenced runs for large and small dogs, water stations to keep them hydrated, and plenty of seating for owners who want to sit and watch the chaos. Dogs seem to love it, and the space gives them real room to move.

On the other side, there's a splash pad and playground that parents consistently praise for being clean and well-maintained. Young kids especially take to the splash area. It's not a water park, but on a hot South Florida afternoon, it does the job completely.

The walking path winds through the park with fitness stations along the way, and there are picnic tables scattered throughout where you can sit and actually hear birds. It's a genuinely peaceful spot once you settle in.

If you're spending a few days exploring Everglades National Park, about 15 minutes from here, this is a good place to decompress between trips into the backcountry. Bring the dog. Bring the kids. Pack a lunch.

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Tatiana Daguillard
Tatiana Daguillard

5 months ago

🌿 I rcame across this park while exploring Homestead, after eating at TUGA Portuguese Cuisine. 🚗 One of the first things I noticed is parking is super easy. The park is basically set up like a rectangle with parking on all four sides, so if you miss a spot on one side, just keep driving around and you’ll find something. 🚶🏾‍♀️ There are walking paths that loop throughout the park, and along the way you’ll find rest stations with tables, benches, chairs, and even workout stations. It makes it really easy to take breaks, stretch, or just sit and people watch. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 I loved the mix of people here ... families, couples, people with dogs, folks of all ages. It is a good sign of a good park. 🍔 There are picnic shelters with grills setups, so you can easily host something here. It’s also very shaded, and cool in the afternoon heat. 🛝 There are multiple playgrounds, including a main one near the splash pad, which is great for kids. 🐕 there are two separate dog parks..one for dogs over 35 lbs and one for smaller dogs. Both dog parks have playgrounds within the fence, which makes it easy for families to stay together in one space with their pets. 🍦 There was also an ice cream truck and a food truck nearby when I visited. I’m not sure if that’s an everyday thing or just here and there, but it was such a nice touch. 🗑️ there are plenty of trash cans throughout the park 🚻 The public restrooms are also a big plus...large, clean, and conveniently located right next to the splash pad

Shannon
Shannon

9 months ago

This dog park is really nice and has plenty of room to run around. They offer separate areas for large and small dogs, plus multiple seating spots for owners to relax. There’s also a fountain station so your dog can stay hydrated. On the other side of the park, there’s also a kids’ area — it even looks like it has a splash pad, though I haven’t checked it out myself. They also have public restrooms, which is super convenient. Overall, a great spot for both dogs and families.

josemaps
josemaps

7 months ago

I recently visited this park, and I have to give it 5 stars! The highlight is the small water park, which is incredibly well maintained and absolutely perfect for young kids. Everything felt clean and safe, and my little ones had an amazing time splashing around. It’s a fun, family-friendly spot that I’ll definitely be coming back to!

This place is peaceful. I enjoyed sitting at the picnic tables listening to the various birds and wildlife. It has a nice walking path and various exercise stops. Playground for the kids. Friendly people. Its nice to be around like-minded individuals. If I ever come back here vacation, I'm definitely coming back to the park.

JTT
JTT

3 months ago

It's more of a dog park, see they seems enjoy. Love to see them running around. Splash for kids is ok. But needs to pickup after dog owns. It smells around the park

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