FLORIDA PLACES AND DESTINATIONS:
CUTLER RIDGE

Cutler Ridge, Florida

The major part of what was Cutler Ridge is now known as Cutler Bay.

The huge Southland Mall, originally known as Cutler Ridge Mall, is a major attraction for visitors.

The Deering Estate is one of the most beautiful and unique parks in South Florida. More than 450 acres, it offers tours of endangered natural areas, historic and archaeological sites, guided canoe trips to Chicken Key, recreational facilities and a breathtaking view of Biscayne Bay. This 444-acre natural and archaeological preserve and historic site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and serves as a center for education, culture and recreation.




The Deering Estate also includes historical buildings dating from 1896 to 1922, important archaeological sites that date human presence on this land to 10,000 years ago and animals back 100,000 years, and a Native American burial mound dating from around the year 1600. 

Area attractions and landmarks are Fairchild Tropical Gardens, Monkey Jungle, Miami Metro Zoo and Biscayne National Park.











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