Haulover Park facts for kids
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Entrance to Haulover Park northward on Collins Avenue
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| Type | Municipal |
| Location | Haulover Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States |
| Area | 99 acres (40 ha) |
| Created | 1948 |
| Operated by | Miami-Dade Parks and Recreation Department |
| Website | Haulover Park |
Haulover Park is a cool urban park in Miami, Florida. It's about 177-acre (72 ha) big, which is like 134 football fields! The park is managed by the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation & Open Spaces Department. You can find it on a narrow strip of land between the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay. It's just north of Bal Harbour and the Broad Causeway.
History of Haulover Park
The story of Haulover Park began in 1940. The local government, called the Dade County Commission, bought this beautiful beach area. A county leader named Charles H. Crandon worked hard to make this happen. He helped get money, about $2 million, to buy this land and another area that later became Crandon Park. Back then, this beach was simply known as Ocean Beach.
Work started on building park facilities in 1941. However, construction had to stop because of World War II. After the war ended, work on the park began again in 1945. In January 1947, the park was officially named Haulover Park. It finally opened its doors to the public in late 1948, ready for everyone to enjoy!
Fun Things to Do at Haulover Park
Haulover Park has lots of cool things to do for visitors of all ages. It features a marina where boats can dock. If you love sports, there are tennis courts where you can play a match. The park also has a special enclosed area just for dogs, so your furry friends can run and play safely. On the southern side of the park, you'll find several nice areas perfect for picnics and relaxing outdoors.
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Entrance to Haulover Park northward on Collins Avenue
