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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Key West
Fort Zachary Taylor Beach
History and beach at Key West’s iconic Fort Zachary Taylor — snorkel, stroll, sunset.
Key West
Key West Outdoor Movies
Key West Outdoor Movies — free community movie nights under the stars at Fort East Martello, Key West.
Marathon
Curry Hammock State Park
Curry Hammock State Park features a 1,200-foot sandy beach along the Atlantic Ocean, ideal for sunbathing, swimming, beachcombing, and kiteboarding.
Key West
Cow Key Marina
Cow Key Marina is a full-service waterfront hub in Key West offering boat and jetski rentals, watersport tours, a waterfront restaurant, and even daily manatee sightings.
Key West
South Beach
South Beach in Key West is a free, lively public beach located at the southern end of Duval Street, near the Southernmost House and the famous southernmost point buoy.
Key West
Bayview Park
Bayview Park in the center of Key West and has the following amenities: Basketball courts Five public tennis courts and a Pro Shop Open area for picnics and family gatherings Pavilion Pepe Hernandez softball field Playground equipment area Six restrooms
Key West
Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum
Explore the legendary Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum in beautiful Key West!
Key West
Clarence S.Higgs Memorial Beach Park
Higgs Beach Park in Key West features sandy beaches, turquoise waters, historic sites like Fort West Martello, a beachside café, a children’s playground, and recreational amenities including snorkeling, kayaking, and tennis.
The Lower Keys
Great White Heron National Wildlife Refuge
Protected sanctuary in the Florida Keys for wading birds, sea turtles, and marine life.
The Lower Keys
Pine Channel Nature Park
Big Pine Key’s scenic park with boardwalks, kayak launch & picnic spots.
Key Largo
MOTE Key Largo Coral Nursery
Mote Marine Laboratory’s Florida Keys Research Campuses are dedicated to coral reef science and restoration.
Key West
William Bill Butler Park
Bill Butler Park — neighborhood playground and picnic spot in Key West, Florida.
The Lower Keys
Bernstein Park
Bernstein Park on Stock Island is a vibrant community recreation area featuring baseball, soccer, and basketball fields, playgrounds, a fitness court, and a community center—all open daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
