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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Marathon
Sombrero Beach
Sombrero Beach — Marathon’s palm-lined jewel for swimming, picnicking, and family beach days.
Islamorada
Green Turtle Hammock Nature Preserve
Peaceful tropical hammock preserve with short trails and bayside views in Islamorada.
Marathon
Marathon Community Park
A vibrant 13.5-acre all-ages park in Marathon with sports fields, courts, playgrounds, picnic areas & more.
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 Largo
Key Largo Community Park and Pool
14-acre Key Largo park: courts, pool, fields & trails open daily.
Marathon
Oceanfront Park
Oceanfront Park in Marathon offers ocean views, picnic spots, kayak launches, fitness stations, and a dog-friendly field for outdoor fun.
Key Largo
Florida Keys Wild Bird Center
Rescue, rehabilitate, and protect wild birds at Florida Keys' inspiring sanctuary.
The Lower Keys
Pine Channel Nature Park
Big Pine Key’s scenic park with boardwalks, kayak launch & picnic spots.
The Lower Keys
Sammy Creek Landing
Peaceful shoreline park with a kayak launch and fishing opportunities, plus picnic areas and views.
Marathon
The Rhum Runner Aqua Park
Rhum Runner — scenic floating playground and bar at The Lagoon on Grassy Key with waterside bites & cocktails.
Key Largo
JD's Bait & Tackle, Marina and Beach Park
Explore JD's Outdoor Adventures: boats, reels, and gear for Florida anglers.Outdoor gear, boats & bait — your Keys outfitter for every angler’s dream.
Key West
Key West Outdoor Movies
Key West Outdoor Movies — free community movie nights under the stars at Fort East Martello, Key West.
