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Enchanted Forest Elaine Gordon Park
4.6★ · 1351 Google ratings · North Miami, Florida
✓ Toddlers✓ Shade✓ Restrooms✓ Step-free✓ Parking
At a glance
What visitors report about Enchanted Forest Elaine Gordon Park
Age
Toddlers + young kidsMentioned by 6 visitors · 2017–2026
Shade
Shade reportedBased on visitor reports · 2017–2026
Restrooms
Yes · often seasonal
Crowds
Quietest Sun 8am · busiest Sat morning
Shown only when the evidence clears our bar. How we know this.
Guide
Good to know
Good for a picnic
Picnic facilities on site, with room to sit and eat near the play area.
Official listing
Works well for younger kids
Visitors report equipment suited to under-5s.
Mentioned by 6 visitors · 2017–2026
Ideal for wooded nature walks
Shaded trails through dense forest provide relief from Miami heat and create a secluded atmosphere unusual for the area.
Equipment wear reported
Some visitors report worn or dated equipment.
Mentioned by 5 visitors · 2017–2026
Visit on weekends for animal activities
Pony rides, petting zoo, and farm animal interactions are only offered on weekends, typically for $10-25 per activity.
Bring insect repellent
Mosquitoes are common, especially in shaded forest areas; reviewers recommend non-DEET options like Picaridin or lemon eucalyptus.
Arrive early and check closing time
The park officially closes at 6-7pm but gates have been locked as early as 4pm; verify hours before visiting.
Prepare for digging and nature play
The playground surface is leaves and dirt rather than sand, so dress accordingly if your child enjoys digging.
Distilled from 100 visitor reviews.
Crowds
When it gets busy
Weekday mornings are generally quiet; weekend afternoons get busiest.
QuietBusy
From Google visit patterns, 8am to 7pm.
Practical
Plan your visit
📍 1725 NE 135th St, North Miami, FL 33181
🅿 On-site parking (official listing)
Nearby
Nearby playgrounds
0.4 miles away · More shade
1.0 miles away · Better for toddlers
1.1 miles away · Has restrooms
Questions
Parent FAQs
Does Enchanted Forest Elaine Gordon Park have restrooms?
Yes. Public restrooms are on the official Google listing. Park restrooms are often seasonal, so check before a winter visit.
Is there shade at Enchanted Forest Elaine Gordon Park?
Visitors specifically mention shade: trees, sails or covered seating.
Is Enchanted Forest Elaine Gordon Park good for toddlers?
Yes. Visitors mention equipment suited to under-5s. Mentioned by 6 visitors · 2017–2026
When is Enchanted Forest Elaine Gordon Park least busy?
Based on Google visit patterns, the quietest daytime hour is Sunday around 8am.
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How we know this. Place details from the public Google business listing; facilities inferred from 100 visitor reviews; playground outlines and amenity positions from OpenStreetMap (ODbL), which is also what the size is measured on; aerial imagery from USGS (2022). Attributes appear only when the evidence clears our confidence bar, and review text is never republished. The unedited aerial shows tree cover, which is our second check on shade. Read the method · Report a mistake