Beaches, Parks & Gardens
Think “beach day,” Keys-style. Here, sandy stretches pop up in a few special spots, but most water access comes with a twist—limestone rocks, shady mangroves, and clear shallows that feel like your own natural swimming pool. Add in tropical gardens, local parks and playgrounds, and trails perfect for wandering, and you’ve got plenty of ways to play outside. From state parks to secret picnic spots, these listings prove you don’t need miles of sand to enjoy paradise—you just need a sunblock and a little curiosity.
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Islamorada
Anne's Beach
Anne's Beach is located at Lower Matecumbe Key, Florida. The Islamorada Beach is dedicated to local environmentalist Anne Eaton.
Key Largo
REEF Ocean Exploration Center for Marine Conservation
Explore the REEF Ocean Exploration Center: inspiring ocean discovery and conservation!
Key West
Mama's Garden Center
Mama’s Garden Center: the largest nursery in the Florida Keys, offering native plants, palms, trees, hardscaping, design & installation services.
Islamorada
Founders Park
45-acre recreation park in Islamorada with beach, pool, sports & playgrounds.
Key Largo
Old Settlers Park
Old Settlers Park: pavilion, playground & pet-friendly green space in Tavernier.
The Lower Keys
Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve
Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve is a 5,400-acre protected area south of Big Pine Key, where vibrant seagrass beds, coral patch reefs, mangroves, and hard-bottom habitats support rich marine biodiversity.
Key West
Cozumel Park
Cozumel Park in Key West features a playground, picnic areas, sports field, and the city’s only public splash pad for kids.
Key West
Fort Zachary Taylor Beach
History and beach at Key West’s iconic Fort Zachary Taylor — snorkel, stroll, sunset.
Marathon
Oceanfront Park
Oceanfront Park in Marathon offers ocean views, picnic spots, kayak launches, fitness stations, and a dog-friendly field for outdoor fun.
Islamorada
Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park
Lignumvitae Key: boat-access tropical hammock and historic Matheson home.
Islamorada
Rain Barrel Village
Explore Rain Barrel Village: Florida Keys' vibrant artisan shops, tropical gardens, and iconic Betsy the Lobster!
Islamorada
Green Turtle Hammock Nature Preserve
Peaceful tropical hammock preserve with short trails and bayside views in Islamorada.
Marathon
Crane Point Hammock Museum & Nature Trails
Crane Point Museum & Nature Center in Marathon is a 63-acre nature preserve featuring tropical hardwood hammock trails, a natural history museum, wildlife exhibits, and kayak rentals.
Key Largo
Key Largo Community Park and Pool
14-acre Key Largo park: courts, pool, fields & trails open daily.
