Brickell Key was originally two separate islands until they were combined into a 44-acre triangle through extensive dredging and land reclamation in the late 1970s.
The island is connected to the mainland via a single bridge on Southeast 8th Street.
The park provides a direct line of sight to the Port of Miami's cruise ship terminals across the turning basin.
The island's development was managed by Swire Properties, transforming a former marshland into a high-density residential enclave.
The park serves as a common viewpoint for observing sea traffic entering and exiting the Port of Miami.
Brickell Key Park is a compact public waterfront space located at the northern tip of the man-made, gated island of Brickell Key. The park offers unobstructed views of the Miami skyline, Biscayne Bay, and the entrance to the Miami River. It is positioned as an end-of-island turnaround point, surrounded by residential high-rises. The grounds include a paved perimeter path suitable for walking and light jogging. Visitors primarily utilize the space for passive recreation and coastal scenery observation. Despite being situated in a private-feeling island community, the park remains open to the public.
The northern tip of the park railing facing the downtown Miami skyline.
Bring a windbreaker or light jacket as the bay breeze can be significantly cooler than the inland temperature.
Visit during the early evening to watch the transition from daylight to the illumination of the downtown skyscraper grid.
Combine your walk with a circuit of the entire island’s perimeter road for a longer 1.2-mile scenic route.
Attempting to park inside private residential garage facilities on the island.
Respect the privacy of the surrounding residential high-rises; maintain noise levels.
