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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 Largo

Florida Keys Wild Bird Center

Rescue, rehabilitate, and protect wild birds at Florida Keys' inspiring sanctuary.

Key Largo

Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park

The park is home to 84 protected species, including wild cotton, mahogany mistletoe, and the American crocodile, with accessible trails perfect for exploring nature and wildlife.

Key West

Little Hamaca

Quiet nature trails and boardwalks through mangroves and hammocks—Key West’s hidden natural escape.

Key West

Harry S. Truman Little White House

Presidential museum in Key West.

Weddings Max
300
Meetings Max
50
Total Space
572 sq ft
Largest Room
572 sq ft

Key West

Blake Fernandez Skate Park

Blake Fernandez Skate Park is a modern 7,500-square-foot facility in Key West, featuring half and quarter pipes, grind rails, jump boxes, ramps, and open spaces for skateboards and inline skates.

Key Largo

Everglades National Park

Everglades National Park protects vast wetland, forest, and marine habitats with wildlife viewing, ranger programs, tours, and outdoor recreation in South Florida.

Islamorada

The Banyan Tree Garden Boutique

The Banyan Tree Garden & Boutique — a hidden oasis in Islamorada showcasing tropical gardens, artisan gifts & women’s fashion.

Islamorada

Alligator Reef Light House

Alligator Reef Sanctuary Preservation Area is a 0.32-square-mile protected marine zone in the Florida Keys, renowned for its diverse coral reef ecosystem and the iconic black-and-white lighthouse visible from the Overseas Highway.

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

Palm Villa Park

This small park has a picnic table overlooking Bogie Channel. No water access.

The Lower Keys

Little Duck Key Veterans' Memorial Beach

Explore Little Duck Key Veterans Memorial Beach - history and views.

Key Largo

Peace Park At Nelson Government Center

Bayfront park with pavilions & scenic picnic views in Key Largo

The Lower Keys

Sugarloaf Shark Park

Sugarloaf Shark Park — scenic waterfront park on Sugarloaf Key with fishing, picnicking, and waterside views.

The Lower Keys

Big Pine Key Park

Big Pine Community Park is a vibrant, waterfront recreation hub on Big Pine Key, offering tennis, basketball, bocce, a skate park, playgrounds, a fitness trail, and a spacious community center.