The Barnacle Historic State Park

Hammock and preserve in Coconut Grove, Miami

A rare surviving remnant of native tropical hardwood hammock stretching to the shores of Biscayne Bay.

Seen here this month

Plants seen within 2 km in the last 30 days, from research-grade iNaturalist observations; each photo is credited to its observer.

The wooded entry trail through a dense canopy of mature gumbo limbo and live oak trees.
A preserved rockland hammock understory filled with wild coffee, stoppers, and marlberry.
The mangrove fringe along Biscayne Bay featuring red, black, and white mangroves.
The sloping coastal lawn providing views of Biscayne Bay framed by native hammock trees.

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Coconut Grove Bay Front Park
City park · Coconut Grovenearby
Biscayne Bay waterfront park shaded by mature live oaks and fringed by coastal mangroves. Blooming now: Black Ironwood, Coral Vine
The Kampong
Botanical garden · Coconut Grove0.9 mi
A bayside botanical haven showcasing David Fairchild's rare tropical fruit trees, baobabs, and palms. Blooming now: Black Ironwood, Coral Vine
Kennedy Park
City park · Coconut Grove1.1 mi
Bayfront parkland shaded by mature oaks and palms, bordered by natural mangrove stands on Biscayne Bay. Blooming now: Black Ironwood
Merrie Christmas Park
City park · Coral Gables1.4 mi
Massive banyan trees and sloping lawns create a deeply shaded, tranquil neighborhood green space. Blooming now: Coral Vine
John C. Gifford Arboretum
Arboretum · Coral Gables2.4 mi
A tranquil grove featuring over 500 species of tropical trees, palms, and South Florida native plants.
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
Botanical garden · Coconut Grove2.4 mi
Italian-style formal gardens alongside rare native rockland hammock and extensive orchid displays.

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