Margaret Pace Park

Solid 4 in my books. Only real cons I could think of is the parking situation over here and how crowded it can get in the evenings. Other than that the views here are pretty amazing and there is all kinds of fun lil things to do in this park. BIG plus+ is the dog park section. Super convenient and great place to bring my pup on a chill, sunny day.
This park also offers free yoga classes on Mondays and Wednesdays at 7. A perfect way to enjoy some nice stretches out in nature, but it can get a little distracting with all the people that are surrounding and watching and all… but hey, it’s free! This park also carries a cool outdoor gym that’s a nice change of pace for an outdoor workout.
Overall, a decent area by the bay to get some fresh air, some great places to eat in walking distance (check out Lulus!) and always something to do and see!

Took my 5 month old puppy there on the recommendation of another dog owner. When I got there I was pleasantly surprised to find a decent size dog park for small dogs and large dogs. I took my puppy who is 32 pounds into the large dog park we were in there for no longer than 7 minutes and then into the small dog park and didn’t stay in the small part for long either as the owners were not vigilant of their dogs and their behaviour to other dogs. They just sat on the benches and chatted with each other and paid no mind to their dogs. In the large dog part dogs were rushing each other. Their were some dominant dogs in this part that were very very aggressive with the other dogs. Another one kept running behind my dog and biting her heels (not play biting) and the owner would just call from far at her dog and he still continued to chase and bite my puppy and after a while she saw it happening and wouldn’t even discipline her dog for his aggressive behaviour. I then decided to take my puppy to the small breed side, on this side it was a similar issue where owners just sat chatting and didn’t keep an eye on their dog so dogs were pooing and the owners were not caring. I had to bring it to one owners attention that his dog crapped over there. Another dog kept trying to hump my puppy and was aggressive when I came close to shoo him away and of course his owner did nothing. I eventually took my puppy out to the playing field and threw the ball for her there. We had a blast outside in the open field BUT OTHERWISE I would not recommend taking your dogs to the dog park for the aforementioned reasons. Dog owners when taking their dogs to dog parks need to be mindful and vigilant of their dogs and its behaviour interacting with other dogs. If your dog is aggressive and unable to interact well with other dogs get it behavioural training and until then do not bring them to parks where they can attack other dogs. Also keeping a watchful eye on your dog when you are at these dog parks is also important so you can ensure you clean up after them and hence keeping the park clean and safe for the pets.

Best place for pick up hoops in Miami. Ample parking in the area. Cool views of the water.

I love this park! Is perfect for walking your dogs, taking your kids, exercising, playing sports, or just plain walking. The ocean breeze is so relaxing! Highly recommended.

Perfect location for a park! At any given time you’ll find people walking their dogs (there’s a large dog park), playing volleyball, soccer, basketball or working out.
The park is kept very clean and it’s located right next to the water, which makes for a beautiful view. You’ll frequently run into people you know or recognize, as the park seems to have its regulars, and it located next to the large condominiums (The Grand, Opera Tower, The Venetia, Bay parc, etc).
On evenings, teams get together to play volleyball on the sand and basketball at the courts. There’s usually a great turn out.
In the daytime, you’ll find fitness instructors with their classes doing yoga, pilates, cross fit, and random exercises. There’s also an outdoor gym.
The park is also a great place to BBQ and bring the entire family. The scenery is great with the artsy murals and cool fixtures.
Love it!

What can I say about Margaret Pace Park that other reviewers have missed? Not a whole lot to be honest! This park is right across the street from my apartment and is one of my favorite places in the area to take a stroll or have a BBQ!
The park is very dog friendly, with many dog potty stations and trash receptacles. The park also recently opened a dog park area, but gets overcrowded during peak hours. Being a responsible dog owner myself, I make sure to pick up after my pet, but unfortunately many people do not and hence the four stars. Other than the occasional pet waste, the park is pretty well kept and the community bathrooms are clean as well. There are the occasional homeless/​transient, but Miami PD patrol the area so quite safe.
Like others have said, the park overlooks Biscayne Bay and you can see south beach in the distance. This is definitely a must stop if you are in the Edgewater area.

Awesome place to take my dog to mingle with other dogs. Very clean and family friendly

They’ve recently added an enclosed area for dogs. It’s divided into 2 sections, for big and small dogs. It’s a fantastic and safe place to unleash your pooch and let them get their exercise. They provide bags and trash cans and everyone I’ve seen has proper poopie etiquette. Bring a book/​grab your headphones and take a seat. I swear my pup dreams about running around here and he usually knocks out 5 min after we get home.

Love this place!
You can exercise, walk your dogs and have a great time, plus it has an amazing view what a great place to spend time w friends and family!!!

I live close and it’s a great little gem. Don’t come I love that it’s quiet and u crowded. Great for moving your body or enjoying the view of the bay. Please pick up after your dog. The bay doesn’t always smell great either

So so pretty. And, until this year, I had no idea it existed. I just assumed that the shoreline in this area was private.* After visiting the park a few times, I almost moved to the neighborhood just to enjoy it more (and the spectacular views).
What makes Margaret Pace so incredible is the water access and the view of Miami Beach. It’s magical. It’s exactly what one thinks of when he thinks of ‘Miami’ and waking up to that kind of view everyday has to have a positive impact on your mental health. In addition to the water access and view, the park is extremely verdant. You can make no mistake that you’re in a lush environment when you’re at the park. There’s plenty of basketball courts, volleyball courts and circular trails on which to walk or run. But, most unique about this park is the weight training. Margaret Pace might be Miami’s equivalent to Venice Beach wrt to the access and importance to working out. There’s plenty of weight equipment just out and about for folks to use and I always saw trainers of all sizes (but, usually, very very large) getting clients in to shape or the lone bodybuilder doing his thing for the enjoyment/​spectacle of the matter.
The few times I came to this park gave me a sense of peace and ease. It’s hard to be in a bad mood when the wind blows off the water and you’re surrounded in a sea of green.** Located a few blocks off the urban blight of Miami/​Biscayne, sits a park that revels in the lush qualities of why Miami *should* be a tropical paradise.***
*But given how many complaints there are about dog waste and how that (dog waste) was (another) one of my frustrations with living on the beach, perhaps it’s best that my time at Margaret Pace was limited.
** But see above re dog poop on how to get in to that bad mood.
*** But, it’s not.

Its a nice waterfront park with sporting activities ranging from basketball, tennis, volleyball to yoga, boot camp, and other park activities. The biggest thing wrong with the park are the dog owners that live nearby and don’t pick up their dog’s poop.

I love coming to this park. Great place for families and also you can bring your dog to play! On weekdays you can see more than one group exercising, from yoga to circuit training. And to boot the view is picture perfect :)

Very active park. Many activities throughout the day. There’s a doggie park on the north side of it which has a big community of dogs and dog owners. There’s basketball courts, tennis courts and sand volleyball courts. A workout machine circuit as well as an enclosed children’s playground. All with gorgeous views of the bay and Miami Beach. Really a fabulous addition to the Edgewater community.

If you have a dog in Miami this is a must go! This park is awesome, it’s right on the water, which means the sea breeze cools you done.
The cons however are that the park is a breeding ground for the growing homeless population in Miami. another is not all dog owners are equal, and some don’t clean up after there pet so be very careful where you walk or sit. Also, Parking can sometimes get tricky, they only have paid street parking, you might have to park on another street and walk to the actual park.
I go about 3 times per week so that should tell you something about this park! :)

One of the best parks to go to in the city of Miami, especially if you’re an active– sport type (frisbee, flag football, any exercise you can do in grass) and/​or have a dog that needs room to roam.
MPP has a basketball court (always someone out there), Sand volleyball (looks fun but I haven’t done that yet), several gates tennis courts, a workout area with machines, even a gated kids play section.
There are BBQ areas with grills for when you want to cook out or have a gathering. The perimeter path of the park is the perfect size for a crisp dog walk and since the park is right surrounded by water on two sides, you can even let your dogs take a dip in Biscayne Bay to play fetch.
MPP is the ultimate backyard for those living in the neighboring condos and lots of street parking around the park. Best place to spend a few hours on a sunny day.

We just happened to have a picture perfect 85 degree & sunny beach day on the day we chose to take our 9 year old to Miami — she had never been there before. We all enjoyed the beach, sand, sun and lifeguarded peace of mind.
Parking? Awful.
Scenery? Makes up for it.
We had a great day.

This is a great park, dog walkers, tennis players, sand volleyball, exercise station, king size chairs for photo moments, beautiful views, and more. If you are a tennis player you have to reserve a court in busy seasons. It is hard to walk on 2 courts. The view is great and lots of places to sit and enjoy your own personal view. Lots of runners and walkers, sidewalk around the perimeter of the park, good for running and walking. You have a exercise station with circuit machines. You also have the dog walkers. You do have to be careful when walking on the grass, some people do not pick up the poop. No excuse for that, they have bags and stations for that. That is the only drawback, if you want to lay on the grass you have to inspect that area.

NPS = 6
Nice little park for working out. A couple of friends and I come here to workout and do some calisthenics Mondays through Thursdays if anybody cares to join. 7pm. Message me for more details.
My main problem with the park is the amount of dog poop all over the park. This is not an issue with the park as much as it is an issue with the disgusting people that do not clean up after their dogs.
The views from the park are great, but I wish there was more law enforcement to get people to clean up after their pets.

I really wish I could bring my dog here, but she’s a raving lunatic. Any time with her at Margaret Pace is time spent holding on to her leash tightly, the tether so taut that she’s abandoned her two front legs and is standing straight up on her back two, her 22-​pound frame testing the strength of the harness that, by some miracle, hasn’t just given up and given up to sweet, merciful, harness death.
What I’m trying to say is, I wish I could bring my dog here.
On any given morning or evening, droves of yuppies and puppies frolic on the green grass or walk along the path that wraps the park like an outdoorsy present, the sun rising across the bay or setting behind the buildings and the water lapping lazily against the rocks that line the shore.
Margaret Pace is a great little park when a long day needs a gentle start or a relaxing finish. There are volleyball courts, a jungle gym for kids, tennis courts, and a workout station that was put in about a year-​and-​a-​half ago. There are barbecue grills.
And there are dogs.
And sometimes, when you squint just right and look at the scene play out through blurred vision, you can see me wishing my dog weren’t such a tiny, rabid beast.