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Samson Oceanfront Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 984 Google reviews · Running trail in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Boardwalk
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Samson Oceanfront Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

BoardwalkScenicRestroomsWaterTrailhead parking

Compact beach park with a playground, pavilion & showers, plus a charging station & Wi-Fi.

What runners say about Samson Oceanfront Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (984 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 9 mentions

“The park stays clean, and the vibe is family-friendly with easy beach access.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“Easy access with showers to rinse off after a beautiful beach day.”

This 2.1 acre park is located on oceanfront land it has direct access to the beach. You can spend a day there between the park and the beach. Amenities: Benches 1 Sofa bench (solar electric outdoor charging station equipped with USB connections) Boardwalk Showers Pavilion with tables Restrooms Water fountain…

★★★★★ — Elisa , Feb 2018

Samson Oceanfront Park is a nice open space allowing for free access to the beach. Restrooms and showers available. Multiple water fountains. The path to the beach goes right to lifeguard station 174.

★★★★★ — Dr. , Mar 2025

Peaceful spot right by the water great place to breathe, walk, or reflect. The park stays clean, and the vibe is family-friendly with easy beach access. Perfect for morning runs, quiet time, or just clearing your head while the waves do the talking.

★★★★☆ — Louie , Oct 2025

No parking on site, park nearby at paid parking lots, or a walk to nearby parking garages. There are a few showers, water fountains for drinking, a children's park, a restroom, and beach access here.

★★★★☆ — Abigail , Jul 2026

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🅿️ Trailhead parking 10 mentions

“Great green (lawn) park with kids play area, showers and restroom and granting easy access to the beach, nearby parking is challenging.”

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🚻 Restrooms 7 mentions

“Great green (lawn) park with kids play area, showers and restroom and granting easy access to the beach, nearby parking is challenging.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 6 mentions

“Easy access with showers to rinse off after a beautiful beach day.”

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🚰 Water fountains 4 mentions

“There are a few showers, water fountains for drinking, a children's park, a restroom, and beach access here.”

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Plan your run at Samson Oceanfront Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
  • Websitesibfl.net
  • Phone+1 305-792-1706

Hours

Monday 7 am–7 pm
Tuesday 7 am–7 pm
Wednesday 7 am–7 pm
Thursday 7 am–7 pm
Friday 7 am–7 pm
Saturday 7 am–7 pm
Sunday 7 am–7 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Samson Oceanfront Park

17425 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.