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
Marathon Wild Bird Center
Rescue, rehab, and release wild birds in the Florida Keys—join the mission!
The Lower Keys
National Key Deer Refuge
National Key Deer Refuge protects the endangered Key deer and native ecosystems in the Lower Florida Keys — a sanctuary of nature you can explore via trails and observation points.
Key Largo
Old Settlers Park
Old Settlers Park: pavilion, playground & pet-friendly green space in Tavernier.
Key West
Key West Veterans Memorial Garden at Bayview Park
Located in Bayview Park, this Veterans Memorial Park commemorates all those who served and sacrificed.
Islamorada
Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park
Lignumvitae Key: boat-access tropical hammock and historic Matheson home.
Key West
Nancy Forrester's Secret Garden
Nancy Forrester’s Secret Garden is a parrot sanctuary and environmental art garden in Key West that rescues, rehabs, and educates about parrots, especially macaws.
Key West
Fort East Martello Museum
Explore Civil War history, unique art, and the eerie legend of Robert the Doll at Fort East Martello Museum.
The Lower Keys
Grimal Grove
Grimal Grove — tropical fruit farm & guided fruit-hunting tours in Big Pine Key, where rare trees and exotic flavors come alive.
Key Largo
Key Largo Community Park and Pool
14-acre Key Largo park: courts, pool, fields & trails open daily.
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
Wicker Sports Complex
Wickers Sports Complex — versatile city-run sports park in Key West featuring leagues, youth football, and open play fields.
Marathon
The Rhum Runner Aqua Park
Rhum Runner — scenic floating playground and bar at The Lagoon on Grassy Key with waterside bites & cocktails.
Key West
Rosalynn Carter Butterfly Garden
Discover the Little White House’s butterfly garden, dedicated to First Lady Rosalynn Carter.
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.
