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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 West

Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park

Key West’s historic fort meets beach paradise — snorkeling, history, sunsets.

The Lower Keys

Great White Heron National Wildlife Refuge

Protected sanctuary in the Florida Keys for wading birds, sea turtles, and marine life.

Key Largo

Key Largo Community Park and Pool

14-acre Key Largo park: courts, pool, fields & trails open daily.

The Lower Keys

Little Duck Key Veterans' Memorial Beach

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

Key West

Higgs Beach & Reynolds Street Pier

Beach & pier park in Key West with courts & sunset views.

Islamorada

The Banyan Tree Garden Boutique

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

Key West

Wilhelmina Harvey Park

Wilhelmina Harvey Park — a neighborhood rec park with playground, picnic area and walking trail on Big Pine Key.

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

The Lower Keys

Palm Villa Park

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

Key West

Rest Beach

Quiet oceanfront escape & picnic spot in Key West’s C.B. Harvey Park

The Lower Keys

Ramrod Park

Secluded bayside park on Ramrod — kayaking, quiet beach & sunsets

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

Gato Village Pocket Park

Historic Key West park celebrating the 1880s Gato Village and cigar-making heritage.

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.

Marathon

The Lagoon on Grassy Key

Experience thrilling wakeboarding, aqua park fun, and vibrant beer garden vibes at The Lagoon!