Explore the Top Florida Keys State Parks
Florida is among the most popular vacation destinations in the world. Because of this, many spots have become urbanized, which dilutes the state’s natural charms. The Florida Keys feature some of the state’s most breathtaking and unspoiled natural beauty. One of the thrilling ways to immerse yourself in the area’s remarkable ecosystems is to visit the Florida Keys state parks.
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Check Out the Top 7 Florida Keys State Parks
- Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park: This wonderful Florida Keys state park sits on the southern edge of Key West. Fort Taylor is a National Historic Monument that predates the Civil War. Learn about the history of Fort Taylor on a guided tour or by viewing one of their reenactments and demonstrations.
- Curry Hammock State Park: This is one of the largest Florida Keys state parks composed of undeveloped land. The park protects mangrove swamps, seagrass beds, rockland hammocks, and many local and migrating wildlife.
- Long Key State Park: You can reach this Florida State Park by either canoeing through a chain of lagoons or hiking two trails on land. You can take The Golden Orb Trail to wander through five natural communities and an observation tower to get a panoramic view of the park.
- Indian Key Historic State Park: In 1836, this small island became the first Dane County county seat. It was once home to a successful business that salvaged the cargo from Florida Keys shipwrecks. This island is now a historic state park travelers can only access by boat.
- San Pedro Underwater Archaeological Preserve State Park: This is another one of the Florida Keys state parks that travelers can only access by boat. You can view a shipwreck underwater at this park by snorkeling or diving.
- Bahia Honda State Park: This is an excellent Florida Keys state park for snorkeling and swimming on its stunning beaches. This park has over 150 species of flora, such as key thatch palm, rare yellow satinwood, and the endangered small-flowered lily thorn. It’s also one of the best bird-watching state parks in the Florida Keys.
- John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park: Explore the first undersea park in the United States. Explore one of the most diverse and breathtaking coral reefs on a snorkeling tour, scuba tour, or glass bottom boat tour.
