Florida Bay Forever is a charming spot with Old Keys style. Filled with native plants, walking…read moretrails, and all sorts of wildlife, it also has a kayak launch and a very nice pavilion where I'm sure the view of the sunset is spectacular! The gift shop is wonderful and the people there are even more wonderful. They have guided bird and nature walks, and the staff is so knowledgeable and just plain NICE. A great spot to take the kids, or just go by yourself or with friends to enjoy the wildlife and maybe learn something while you're at it. I guarantee you will come away from the experience with a renewed appreciation of the Florida Keys.

This was hard to find but it was so nice and so perfect, I gave it 5 stars anyways. Great for a…read morepicnic when you're in the area. They also had a kiddie play area in the front and more parking spots in the front. I would highly recommend the spot. My friends and I enjoyed it immensely.

This little noun and yet amazing State Park is definitely worth a visit. I don't know why more…read morepeople don't come here, except maybe because there's a lot of mosquitoes. There's trails to walk, and exhibits related to the flora and Fana, wildlife, and of course the quarry, and the machinery used to mine coral for use in building. You can either take a tour with the guide or you can get a book from the Ranger and walk around with the book and read the descriptions at each of the plaques. There are something like 75 around the park, some have only a paragraph or two about what you're seeing, others have several pages.

This is a nifty little state park that has some nice manicured trails and tons of examples of coral…read morefossils in the stone. They used this area as a quarry for stone to use in construction in the early 20th century. There is an entire guide that the rangers can give you which covers not only the history of the area, but all of the plant species, and the different kinds of fossils you can find. This can be a fun stop on a road trip if you like geology and this kind of thing.

We were staying about 1/2 mile down the road and wanted to take a couple mile walk. Our hotel…read moresuggested Long Key State Park. We started on the bike trail along the busy highway, then turned into the park. At the guard house, the nicest ranger asked us to come in while he waited on a car driving through. He was so pleasant and caring about having water, giving us directions, etc. I am so sorry I didn't get his name. if you are walking or cycling, it is $2.50 per person. We met another ranger who was maintaining the restroom down by the shore and he was friendly, too! Walking down, there are mangroves on each side. Then you see the shore. They have done such a great job carving out little areas for people to sit or eat, etc. We were very impressed with that. There was no litter and the restroom was also very clean. Highly recommend if you need a break going to or coming from Key West. It is also great if you are staying nearby.

This review is specifically about the PRICING policy for campgrounds in Florida State Parks…read more Camping in the Keys is a popular activity, and it's difficult to find availability. We were thrilled to find that Long Key had a site available for the March date that we needed. Our preference would have been for a site for a Class B RV, but we were willing to accept the only site available, a tent-only site. Our reservation for the site was quite expensive ($34.51) for a tent-only site in a public park, without hookups. The fees in Florida state parks really add up. The site itself was "only" $22.50, but there's also a non-refundable $6.70 reservation fee and an assortment of taxes that totaled $5.31. Unfortunately, due to wildfires near Homestead, FL, we needed to reschedule our trip into the Keys, which also involved cancelling our reservation at Long Key. Of our initial outlay of $34.51, our refund was only for $10 and some change. There was a $17-something cancellation fee, and the initial reservation fee was non-refundable. Of the $10+ returned, over $5 of this was the sales taxes.

Spend a long beach afternoon here. Beach and water was clean and not very crowded. Thank you for…read moresupporting our Military Men and Women! Will return again.

This is a nice stop to stretch your legs, walk to a small beach or go to the Islamorada Visitor's…read moreCenter. The person behind the counter of the Visitor's Center was extremely helpful on the best way to spend 1-2 hours in the area. Next to the beach, they were holding a yoga class with a lot of people in attendance. There is a playground and a swimming pool (not open in February). This is a nice park and would be especially fun for a family with kids.

We came here on a whim, not really knowing about this spot until we were already in Islamorada, FL…read more We had planned on coming to the island and making stops along the way and we're really just winging it for the day. The island is only about 1.5 hours from my house so it's easy enough to just get up and go. Once on the island, I noticed the traffic was slowing down so I did a Google search for beaches nearest to me. Founders popped up so we decided to give them a try. We pulled up to the guarded toll gate where we saw it was $8 per person for the day. Since we haven't been and I really wanted to get out and swim, we decided to stay. I asked the lady taking the park fee a few questions about the property and she said "This isn't Miami so don't expect too much." "This is a man made beach but it's nice." That made me laugh. Once inside, we found parking at 1PM and although there were plenty of people, it wasn't overcrowded. This is a nice public but semi private swimming area perfect for couples and families. This isn't the place to come with a rowdy crowd and loud music. Not that type of vibe. The water was clear and clean. The water temperature was perfect, mid 80s. It felt so good to just take out our chairs and umbrella and chill by the water. Very relaxing day. Note: There are bathrooms but no concession/food options so bring your own food and drinks. You are able to come and go in the park for the day as long as you have your parking pass in your window. I would highly recommend checking this place out if you're ever in Islamorada Florida.

What a find!! Just wanted a place to sit near the water and read a book. Decided to check it out so…read moreI went for a drive. Well, if you live in this town or staying at a place here on Islamorada. This place is free. Great place for a walk, sit and yes read a book or even go into the water...FREE. The beach is very clean, sandy and also has some tables. Can't beat free.

This historic park has a lot of great history here. I'd recommend reading about it on Wikipedia and…read moremany other websites. It's an island off the coast of Islamorada, FL. It was a fun trip from Robbies. We rented 5 kayaks to go out on the water. Most of the water was shallow until after you get past the bridge, the water will become deeper. They provide you a path to follow and a map to ensure that you stay away from the current. You have the option to go with a guide, but we went together and did just fine. It took us 35 minutes to get from Robbies to the Island via Kayak. When you arrive, they have an area that they recommend you to park your kayaks at. Now there are other locations but if you seen them, this is the best location to stop at for sure. The island is small and difficult to understand that there was a neighborhood here once upon a time in 1863, over 100 years ago. We were able to make it to the other side of the island. Members of our team decided to go swimming at the top of the surface to see what they seen under the water. One thing it was very hot on this day, so it worked our well. The island doesn't have lots to offer, but can be a good day to paddle out, explore, even take a lunch and relax until it's time to go back.

Indian Key State Historic Site is situated on an island, and configured to illustrate its history…read more  It's a fun and easy trip by kayak from Robbie's Kayak Shop.  Tip: When you're on the island you'll find well-marked signs that guide you on a walk around the points of interest.  You can even download an audio about the tour and play it on your phone. This is a nice way to spend an hour or so, and it makes coming here even more fun if you come by kayak :-)

This is an amazing park anywhere in the world but it's located in the Florida Keys specifically Key…read moreLargo so it's even amazingER!! This park has it all for infants to toddlers to bigger kids ! This park is also right next to baseball fields frisbee golf and aquatic center! There is lots of parking, but your car will roast not a lot of shade . There are a few pavilions where you can have a small picnic with your family or having lunch from one of the fisheries nearby ! This is one of the best parks because it is a little bit off the path, but nothing far from the major highway going north south! This is where all the locals go

This county park was a lot larger than I first thought. And it's definitely for the active person…read more The park offers space for all sorts of sports. There are courts for tennis, handball, basketball, and pickleball. And fields for baseball, and soccer. Did I mention volleyball? Around the park is a walking trail along with a fitness "course". For the smaller kids, there's a playground. For groups, there are pavilions that can be rented, as well. At one edge of the park is a separate aquatic center with its own activities and fees.

If hindsight were a thing, I'd probably want to redo my 1st experience of Molasses Reef as a…read moresnorkeling trip.  Unfortunately, I actually went there initiallly via a glass-bottom boat tour, and as a result we saw virtually no fish :-( Maybe it wasn't the boat but the time of day we went - regardless, I expected to see tons of different fish, but I actually saw less than a hundred of maybe three different species... It also might have been the fact that the boat's engines were so loud that they scared off a majority of the fish we might have seen.  Whatever the actual cause, I suggest that you skip the boat tour and come here to snorkel instead.

My buddy and my best night dive ever - multiple sharks and eels, including a free-swimming one…read more Just about everything else you'd want in a dive - a ray and octopus, an 1887 wreck. The reef has fantastical shapes which provide ledges, holes and lots of growth for the fish. In addition, the water had bioluminescence (turn your lights off)

This place is sick!! The overall island vibe for starters just creates a really relaxed atmosphere,…read moreand really gives you that Florida Keys feeling. This was my half way pit stop point on the way back from Key West, and it's definitely the most bang for your buck in a single stop. You can get food, drinks, and activities all in one. I fed the tarpons which was a unique and cool experience. Went over to Charli's and got a fizzspresso (new favorite coffee drink) and had to try a key lime pie bar of course. I left feeling like my trip wasn't just a drive, but an actual journey worth taking. If you're driving through this is definitely a must stop.

Quick stop at Robbie's while killing some time before hotel check-in, and it ended up being such a…read morefun little stop. Plenty of parking, and while not many of the shops were open, the main restaurant was. Service was on point, they quickly brought us water and even a bowl of cold water for our pup. Definitely appreciated the pup-friendly outdoor seating. We tried the conch fritters and fish dip. The fritters were delicious, warm and crunchy on the outside, soft and flavorful inside. The fish dip was okay and came with plenty of jalapeños, chips, and crackers. The chips were stale, but honestly, the dip was better with the Toll House crackers anyway. The bonus was sitting outside watching the tarpons being fed by other tourists, so entertaining! Overall, a nice spot for a refreshing drink, quick bite, and a chance to stretch your legs before getting back on the road.