Renovated waterslide and beach reopens

The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department is delighted to announce the reopening of the historic Larry & Penny Thompson Memorial Park and Campground waterslide and beach. After several years of closure for essential maintenance and safety enhancements, park patrons can now enjoy the white sandy beach and iconic slide at Larry & Penny park.

The newly renovated waterslide features mammoth slides offering park-goers exhilarating twists and turns as sliders spill into a cool refreshing pool, perfect for these hot summer days. The slide and surrounding beach area will officially open to the public on Memorial Day holiday weekend beginning Saturday, May 25 and will be open weekends and holidays throughout the summer, through Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 2.

What to expect:

• New look: The waterslide has been meticulously renovated to offer a refreshing and exhilarating experience while maintaining the classic charm that park-goers cherish
• Enhanced safety features: Miami-Dade Parks’ top priority is your safety. The waterslide boasts non-slip coating to the water basin floor and steps, steel support brackets and new structural support and safety rails for slide walkways
• Fun for all: Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or simply looking to enjoy a cool refreshing ride, the waterslide promises a fun-filled adventure for everyone
• Slide and beach hours: The slide and beach will be open on weekends (Saturday & Sunday) and holidays (Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Fourth of July, & Labor Day)

Larry & Penny Thompson Memorial Park and Campground offers plenty of activities for outdoor enthusiasts. Spread across 270 acres of woodland next to Zoo Miami in Southwest Miami-Dade, Larry and Penny Thompson Memorial Park and Campground is one of Miami Dade County's iconic natural treasures.

Larry & Penny Thompson Memorial Park and Campground is located at 12451 SW 184th Street, Miami, FL 33177.