Drives Florida Miami, the Everglades, the Keys and Southwest Florida
Old Cutler Road
Miami, Florida · Coral Gables → Palmetto Bay
The drive
Old Cutler Road is one of the first roads in Dade County, built to connect Coconut Grove with Cutler, an old farming community. It follows the limestone ridge along Biscayne Bay that early settlers called the Reef, was widened into a wagon trail and declared a public road in 1895, and was designated a state Historic Road in 1974.
The drive starts at Cocoplum in Coral Gables and runs south under banyans and live oaks past Matheson Hammock, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and the Deering Estate to Palmetto Bay. It winds more than most Miami roads, which is why it rates Sweeping rather than Leisurely.
Along the way
- Coral Gables (Cocoplum)
- Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
- Deering Estate
- Palmetto Bay
Good to know
- Expect roundabouts and slow traffic; a bike path runs beside the road.
- The road passes a gated community and Pinecrest on its way south.
Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check Florida 511.
Questions about this drive
How long does Old Cutler Road take?
Old Cutler Road from Cocoplum to Palmetto Bay is 8.8 miles and takes about 25 min.
Why is Old Cutler Road historic?
It is one of Dade County's first roads, declared a public road in 1895 and designated a state Historic Road in 1974.
What is on Old Cutler Road?
The drive passes Matheson Hammock, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and the Deering Estate.
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Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.