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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The Lower Keys
Little Duck Key Veterans' Memorial Beach
Explore Little Duck Key Veterans Memorial Beach - history and views.
Key West
Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center
Marine sanctuary protecting reefs, seagrass, mangroves & heritage in the Florida Keys.
Key Largo
Peace Park At Nelson Government Center
Bayfront park with pavilions & scenic picnic views in Key Largo
The Lower Keys
Big Coppitt Volunteer Fire Department Park
The park includes a basketball court, roller hockey rink, and a handball court. There are six tables and benches available for use.
Key West
Rosalynn Carter Butterfly Garden
Discover the Little White House’s butterfly garden, dedicated to First Lady Rosalynn Carter.
Key West
The Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory — a tropical glass-domed haven where hundreds of free-flying butterflies, exotic birds, and flamingos enchant visitors in the heart of Key West.
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.
The Lower Keys
Big Pine Community 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.
The Lower Keys
Watson Field Park & Big Pine Key Dog Park
Watson Field Park & Big Pine Key Dog Park — multi-use recreation park with athletic courts and a fenced off-leash dog area on Big Pine Key.
Marathon
Oceanfront Park
Oceanfront Park in Marathon offers ocean views, picnic spots, kayak launches, fitness stations, and a dog-friendly field for outdoor fun.
The Lower Keys
Bahia Honda State Park
Bahia Honda State Park – Florida Keys gem with white-sand beaches, crystal-clear snorkeling zones, historic bridge views, and lush nature
Marathon
Marathon Community Park
A vibrant 13.5-acre all-ages park in Marathon with sports fields, courts, playgrounds, picnic areas & more.
