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Had the pleasure of visiting Key West on our summer roadtrip 2022, and as we were about as far east and south as one can travel from my native Southern California (without a passport, anyway), we enjoyed being tourists and doing touristy stuff. Among that itinerary was the required stroll along the length of this pier. Reminiscent of a few California piers like Pacifica, Huntington Beach, Maybe Pacific Beach pier, the massive concrete pier seems to host joggers, walkers, and anglers plying the nearshore for a fish. Interestingly, snorklers drift amidst the pilings, ostensibly wary of folks dropping sinkers and hooks from above. As our schedule would have it, we arrived in Key West on July 4, and drove as close as we could to the pier from our camp site on nearby Stock Island, then walked the rest of the way down to enjoy the evening fireworks show. Must have walked a good mile from our parking spot near the Fort East Martello Museum, but the walk along the path running the length of Smathers Beach revealed all sorts of fish, lobsters, and other critters on the wet side of the seawall, so the kids enjoyed that while the sun went down. The ever-present sulfur smell of rotting Sargasso is a bit of a downer... definitely not in the brochure... but didn't detract all that much from paradise, and when the wind is blowing the right way, you hardly notice it.
Free Florida fun. Also known as the bridge to nowhere or the unfinished bridge to Cuba or the old White Street Pier, this purpose built prodigious fishing Pier is often confused for something else but it's not. Well spent surplus built this pier in the early 60s and was renamed a few years ago to to honor the man whose name it now bears. It's still a great place to fish or take in the sunrise. It's often fairly crowded. Easy to see people Love enjoying it and there's often events held here. I've heard of fishing tournaments. Was even a disco roller skating thing going on here last weekend! I wouldn't miss it, even if you just walked it once to flesh out your trip here.
A nice little relaxing pier to take a stroll on. It's near the Key West Garden Club so you can hit both for a unbelievable peaceful time. It has great views of the ocean too and is nice to visit after a night on Duval. It also has an Aids Memorial with some quotes ingrained on a wall that will give you some contemplation. There aren't any stores or cafes really near by, but if you walk over to Higgs Beach Pier there's a simple restaurant and a playground for kids. Definitely worth adding to your Key West itinerary!
I put my foot down on this one... WHITE STREET PIER ! I know it's been years since the City of Key West officially changed the name of the pier to Edward B Knight Pier.... and I'm all supportive of acknowledging someone that did great things for the island but sometimes a simple name, that has been around for a very long time (White Street Pier) is best. Perhaps just dedicate a section the bridge; like the City did with the entrance to the pier (Key West AIDS Memorial). The pier is not like typical fishing piers you find along both, Florida's east and west, coasts. This one is constructed with a foot traffic bridge over water to the first major section (open area) that is not raised above the water. The bridge section is about 200 feet long. The open area is more than 500 feet long and about 60 feet and it feels like it was once upon a time a road to nowhere, as it appears to be an asphalt roadway with concrete curbing along the outside edges and a concrete sidewalk (all similar to the profile of a standard roadway); maybe its whey some locals joke about it being an unfinished road to Cuba. Outside the perimeter of this section of pier is jetty wall rock that is home to many crabs, snails, juvenile fish and some larger fish (but not many), though we have seen stingrays and parrotfish here often too. Walking further to the south, you pass over another raised over water section of bridge; crossing only about 40 feet of water this time... then you come out to the other open area but this one is area that is perfect for gatherings; its a large square area about 160 feet long by 200 feet wide. There is a very large compass painted on in the center of the open area. Over the years I hoped to see more organized/sponsored gatherings on the end of the pier but surprisingly I haven't seen much. What you will always find are locals coming for a daily walk with their dogs (they are welcome here) and there is always a few people fishing at the first (northern) bridge section. And of course, there are those tourist walking to the end... And why not come, it's one of the best spots if you're up early enough to catch one amazing sunrise !
This place is a hidden gem! If you want to step away from the touristy side of Key West and want to enjoy a relaxing walk or see the sunset this place is worth the visit!
Whether you are on a stroll, getting in your morning run, enjoying a cup of coffee at day break or perhaps even a sunrise yoga or tai chi class, this is a beautiful pier to take in the sea air. Sunsets are equally as awesome. Bring your camera for photos. Dogs, bikes and fishing are also allowed. At the base of the pier is the Aids Memorial, to the right is the African Cemetery, and directly next to that is the West Martello Museum. This is also the beginning of Higgs Beach which continues to the West up to the Casa Marina Hotel.
A massive pier to just take in a great view of the ocean. It's not much except for a great site and very sturdily made. It got the nickname "The Unfinished Road to Cuba" and you can tell because it looks like you could safely drive a car on it! During sunrise or sunset the views here are probably beautiful!
It was a nice relaxing walk out on the Pier. It was a pretty day so the water was clear. Not many people were out on the pier. If in the area it is worth seeing. Free parking is close by.
Located next to Key West Garden Club, we parked near the garden and after visited the garden, we walked to the pier. Very clear water, we can see fish and even lobsters hiding between the ocean rocks. There were people fishing at the pier. read more
3 years ago
It's located at the south end of White Street, hence the reason it was called the White Street Pier for the longest time. Very different than most the piers many of us know that are located along the east and west coasts of Florida. It's not very high above the water. Like most of the keys the water around the pier is very shallow and has large boulders along the sides of the pier so a lot of fish get shelter and there is plenty to see. A lot of locals come here to fish and catch bait. During many special events in Key West, the pier is used such as 4TH of July, the city shoots the fireworks off the end of the pier; which is a huge area. read more
5 years ago
This fishing pier is formally known as the White Street Pier. But not only will you see people fishing but also people jogging, skateboarding, biking, etc. Once in a while, the pier is even used for a fun disco rollerskating event. It's popular among tourists and locals alike, especially during the sunrise. Actually, it's always pretty crowded. I come here almost every day for a quick stroll or to watch kitesurfers. 4 stars. read more
Had the pleasure of visiting Key West on our summer roadtrip 2022, and as we were about as far east and south as one can travel from my native Southern California (without a passport, anyway), we enjoyed being tourists and doing touristy stuff. Among that itinerary was the required stroll along the length of this pier. Reminiscent of a few California piers like Pacifica, Huntington Beach, Maybe Pacific Beach pier, the massive concrete pier seems to host joggers, walkers, and anglers plying the nearshore for a fish. Interestingly, snorklers drift amidst the pilings, ostensibly wary of folks dropping sinkers and hooks from above. As our schedule would have it, we arrived in Key West on July 4, and drove as close as we could to the pier from our camp site on nearby Stock Island, then walked the rest of the way down to enjoy the evening fireworks show. Must have walked a good mile from our parking spot near the Fort East Martello Museum, but the walk along the path running the length of Smathers Beach revealed all sorts of fish, lobsters, and other critters on the wet side of the seawall, so the kids enjoyed that while the sun went down. The ever-present sulfur smell of rotting Sargasso is a bit of a downer... definitely not in the brochure... but didn't detract all that much from paradise, and when the wind is blowing the right way, you hardly notice it. read more
Free Florida fun. Also known as the bridge to nowhere or the unfinished bridge to Cuba or the old White Street Pier, this purpose built prodigious fishing Pier is often confused for something else but it's not. Well spent surplus built this pier in the early 60s and was renamed a few years ago to to honor the man whose name it now bears. It's still a great place to fish or take in the sunrise. It's often fairly crowded. Easy to see people Love enjoying it and there's often events held here. I've heard of fishing tournaments. Was even a disco roller skating thing going on here last weekend! I wouldn't miss it, even if you just walked it once to flesh out your trip here. read more
A nice little relaxing pier to take a stroll on. It's near the Key West Garden Club so you can hit both for a unbelievable peaceful time. It has great views of the ocean too and is nice to visit after a night on Duval. It also has an Aids Memorial with some quotes ingrained on a wall that will give you some contemplation. There aren't any stores or cafes really near by, but if you walk over to Higgs Beach Pier there's a simple restaurant and a playground for kids. Definitely worth adding to your Key West itinerary! read more
I put my foot down on this one... WHITE STREET PIER ! I know it's been years since the City of Key West officially changed the name of the pier to Edward B Knight Pier.... and I'm all supportive of acknowledging someone that did great things for the island but sometimes a simple name, that has been around for a very long time (White Street Pier) is best. Perhaps just dedicate a section the bridge; like the City did with the entrance to the pier (Key West AIDS Memorial). The pier is not like typical fishing piers you find along both, Florida's east and west, coasts. This one is constructed with a foot traffic bridge over water to the first major section (open area) that is not raised above the water. The bridge section is about 200 feet long. The open area is more than 500 feet long and about 60 feet and it feels like it was once upon a time a road to nowhere, as it appears to be an asphalt roadway with concrete curbing along the outside edges and a concrete sidewalk (all similar to the profile of a standard roadway); maybe its whey some locals joke about it being an unfinished road to Cuba. Outside the perimeter of this section of pier is jetty wall rock that is home to many crabs, snails, juvenile fish and some larger fish (but not many), though we have seen stingrays and parrotfish here often too. Walking further to the south, you pass over another raised over water section of bridge; crossing only about 40 feet of water this time... then you come out to the other open area but this one is area that is perfect for gatherings; its a large square area about 160 feet long by 200 feet wide. There is a very large compass painted on in the center of the open area. Over the years I hoped to see more organized/sponsored gatherings on the end of the pier but surprisingly I haven't seen much. What you will always find are locals coming for a daily walk with their dogs (they are welcome here) and there is always a few people fishing at the first (northern) bridge section. And of course, there are those tourist walking to the end... And why not come, it's one of the best spots if you're up early enough to catch one amazing sunrise ! read more
7 years ago
This place is a hidden gem! If you want to step away from the touristy side of Key West and want to enjoy a relaxing walk or see the sunset this place is worth the visit! read more
12 years ago
Whether you are on a stroll, getting in your morning run, enjoying a cup of coffee at day break or perhaps even a sunrise yoga or tai chi class, this is a beautiful pier to take in the sea air. Sunsets are equally as awesome. Bring your camera for photos. Dogs, bikes and fishing are also allowed. At the base of the pier is the Aids Memorial, to the right is the African Cemetery, and directly next to that is the West Martello Museum. This is also the beginning of Higgs Beach which continues to the West up to the Casa Marina Hotel. read more
10 years ago
A massive pier to just take in a great view of the ocean. It's not much except for a great site and very sturdily made. It got the nickname "The Unfinished Road to Cuba" and you can tell because it looks like you could safely drive a car on it! During sunrise or sunset the views here are probably beautiful! read more
9 years ago
It was a nice relaxing walk out on the Pier. It was a pretty day so the water was clear. Not many people were out on the pier. If in the area it is worth seeing. Free parking is close by. read more
9 years ago
Nice pier. No shades though. You can snorkel around the pier. The water is not too deep. Lack of fishing benches and fresh water to clean fish. read more
8 years ago
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