Miami River
The Miami River, a 5.5-mile-long river in southeastern Florida that runs through the heart of Miami, emptying into Biscayne Bay. The river has a rich history that dates back to the pre-Columbian era, when the Tequesta indigenous peoples, used the river for transportation, fishing, and agriculture. After the arrival of Europeans in the 16th century, the Miami River became an important trading hub for the Spanish, who established a mission and fort at…