Take a leisurely paddle down the C-100 canal, explore the history of Coral Gables, immerse yourself in the remarkable beauty of mangrove forest along Biscayne Bay and relive the Oleta River historic past all aboard a canoe.
Essential equipment to participate is provided for our Water Adventures.
Children 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
To request material in accessible format, information on access for persons with disabilities or sign language interpreter services (seven days in advance) call Accessibility Services or TDD.
Explore the history of Coral Gables in this leisurely canoe paddle through the City Beautiful. This guided tour will teach you all about the man-made waterway's delightful blend of unique vistas, abundant wildlife and historic landmarks.
This program is roughly 3.5 miles long and lasts 2.5 hours including transportation time. The Coral Gables Waterway Canoe Tour is for ages 9 or older.
Regular route not available Nov. 15 to April 30 during manatee breeding season. Alternate route is roughly 2.5 miles long and lasts 2.5 hours including transportation time.
Immerse yourself in the remarkable beauty of the Biscayne Bay as you travel with your naturalist guide through the mangrove forest, the world's only salt-water trees. You'll discover a world filled with brown pelicans, osprey, great blue herons, nurse sharks, sting rays and more. This is one adventure you'll never forget.
This program is roughly 2.3 miles long and lasts 2 hours. The Matheson Mangrove Canoe Trek is for ages 9 or older.
Take a leisurely paddle down the C-100 canal as you canoe your way from Bill Sadowski Park to Coral Reef Park and back. Many interesting things can be seen along the way such as exotic fish, hunting osprey and various other animals along this blue stretch and its banks.
This activity is roughly 3.2 miles long and lasts 2 hours. The Bill Sadowski Park Canoe Tour is for ages 9 or older.
Amidst the hustle and bustle of city life in Miami, the Oleta River is an unchanged beacon for wildlife. Relive the river's historic past with park naturalists as you explore the transition of ecosystems in this natural haven for wading birds, osprey, fish and the endangered manatee.
This program is roughly 4.7 miles long and lasts 2.5 hours. The Oleta River Canoe Tour is for ages 9 or older.
Closed-toe shoes are required.
Standard rate
$30*
Private program rate
$180 or 6 people minimum**
*Register online, phone or in person **Register by phone or email
Payment methods
Cash
Check
Credit card (all major credit cards are accepted)
Closed-toe shoes (required)
Water
Sun block
Hat
Sunglasses
Bathing suit or shorts
A change of clothes
Towel
Mask and snorkel
Electronic devices may be brought at your own risk, but are not recommended on any aquatic tours. Personal canoes are not allowed.
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