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7 Mile Bridge Marathon 4-30-25 I love this bridge and all the views that come with it. There is an old Railroad bridge running parallel to it. Between mile markers 41 & 42 look over at the old Rail Bridge to see the Famous Fred The Tree. At the end of the bridge there are places you fish and site see or take pictures. On the Marathon side you can walk ride a bike out a way until it ends. The view is mesmerizing and breathtaking. Traffic usually flows well across this 2 lane bridge but beware if there is a vehicle break down or a wreck it will take you a while to cross it as there no place to turn off. Make sure you have a camera or cell phone for plenty of pics. I give this bridge 5 out of 5 stars for the breath-taking views of the water. Follow Me For On FB For More Reviews & Fun. Gulf Coast Terry
This was a bucket list item, which was one of the many reasons we flew to FL, and it was totally worth it. The views are something you will never forget. There is sufficient parking, at least when we went.
Ok, it's just only a bridge but it carries a lot of history. The old bridge is basically and literally falling into the ocean and this new bridge is in perfect condition although still only one lane in each direction. If you are headed to Key West, unless you take a boat you must drive over the Seven Mile Bridge with views of the green ocean.
On the way down to Key West, we drove over the modern Seven Mile Bridge and saw the Gulf of Mexico on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other side. In every direction, we found endless hues of gorgeous blues, from light turquoise to navy waters. Along the drive, we passed by the rusting remnants of the original bridge that used to be the Overseas Railroad, aka the "Eighth Wonder of the World." It was an ambitious engineering feat to build upon a lengthy stretch of shifting sands in open water through rough tropical weather. Unfortunately, a category 5 hurricane severely damaged the railroad. Nowadays, the restored part of Old Seven Mile Bridge acts as a lovely place to fish, stroll, bike, and relax. The modern Seven Mile Bridge gave us one of the most memorable and stunning views in Florida!
Amazing achievement of engineering! Although it didn't feel like it during our drive to key West there are a total number of 42 bridges linking the Keys to the mainland (Key Largo to Key West). This includes the iconic Seven Mile Bridge, West of Marathon. Each time we crossed "a" bridge I'd ask my hubby "is this the popular bridge in the Florida Keys??" LoL When we drove through the Overseas Highway we could see the damage caused on the Old Seven but it was in 1960 where Hurricane Donna caused the most damage. The original old bridge is now a landmark with this new bridge built and is cool to see all of the old sections of Old Seven along the drive. The new structure is a beautiful bridge to drive over. No place to stop for photos, though. This is the only way you're going to make it down to the southernmost point of the continental United States is by driving on this bridge. The total length of the new bridge is actually 6.79 miles and is shorter than the original and when you look side to side nothing but beautiful teal water all around on the endless bright ocean. I'm fortunate to experience this drive. Safe travels! Review #2803
Seven Mile Bridge gives me deep anxiety! My mother had a fear of going over bridges. It was weird. I didn't fear the bridges growing up in South Florida but knowing that a friend of mine in high school was in a car accident on the Seven Mile Bridge didn't help my anxiety in addition to the fact that there's lots of traffic and it's a long way to land! As usual I was with my fearless boyfriend at the time during the late 1990's. He had a Jeep Wrangler and we were heading to Key West. Besides the fact that the Jeep wasn't cool and comfortable to ride in I felt the highway was narrow in places. I kept asking him how much longer???? Seven Miles felt like 100. Funny thing I don't remember the return trip home. I was probably so happy to returning to my air conditioned comfortable home I didn't care! You have to travel this way at least once so I'm recommending you get the experience when you have the opportunity.
This is one of the most notable bridges that you will see as you drive through the Keys, for some it might be plain to look at, but it is a marvel of engineering. Finished in 1982, the longest bridge in the Florida Keys is wide enough in some areas to give a motorist room to pull over to change a flat tire and steal many glances at the perfectly green water with aquamarine hues in a few sectors. The old structure was completed in 1912, initially a railroad bridge, was known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World'' because even attempting to build something so ambitious over miles of open water and a soft bottom in a harsh tropical climate seemed a bit nutty. As you drive over the modern bridge today now you can see the old bridge nearby. Only the pelicans and great blue herons use it as a perch. Starting in 1905, Flagler spent $30 million of his own money to lay track and build dozens of bridges, hiring 4,000 workers for the small fortune of $1.50 a day. In 1908, the workers reached Marathon Key where about seven miles of open water lay ahead. Flagler's civil engineers had to invent new technology as they went along. At their disposal were two steamships, tugboats, paddle wheelers, dredges, launches and a catamaran. Flagler sent away to England for a kind of cement capable of drying underwater. Divers wearing helmets positioned underwater structures. Barges swung in the current as workers tried to keep their balance. The seven mile bridge became a reality, thanks to the perseverance of one man.
Ahhh !!! I finally get to see this long legendary famous bridge(s). I only seen this iconic bridge on movies and the tv series in the 80's "Miami vice". Anyway like all the other island here at the keys, it provides its own enchanting beauty. Yes the bridge had gone through a lot and in fact , it became just the 2 lane bridge now between marathon and big pines keys. What use to be a split 4 lane bridge became one. Reading through some history, this bridge has gone through a lot. Hurricanes through out the years and as recently ( hurricane Ian) made it what it is today. the north end (marathon side)they had a 2.2 miles pave walkway to the to pigeon key. We thought about walking it .... But nah . Our age and physical condition won't allow it especially here near the equator too humid too hot. The south bound is the one that is no longer use. Too costly to maintain and repair. Ay least we can see how it use be. A must to explore for you who can endure the heat.
You really need to experience driving across the 7 mile bridge. Pictures don't really show you how magnificent it really is. We love to take a drive from Miami to Key West and stop at all the little towns along the way. It is such an unforgettable trip. Put it on your bucket list. It's amazing.
For the first timer driving from mainland Florida down to Key West is an amazing drive... one of the many highlights is the SEVEN MILE BRIDGE; and don't be that person that always asks, "is it actually 7 miles long" As you approach the first time, you'll be passing through the last part of Marathon; the speed limit here is 35 MPH but don't exceed the posted speed limits as this area is heavily watched by Monroe County Sheriff and Florida Highway Patrol. The original bridge was built in 1909 for Flagler's train; once damaged by the 1935 Labor Day Hurricane it was sold and the government converted it for vehicular use but it wasn't supported well and over time and new bridge was needed... In 1982 the new bridge was completed and the old bridge was retired but not fully... the first two miles led to Pigeon Key (the grounds that housed railroad workers back in the day); Pigeon Key now is the home to a museum to remember it's history. The bridge used to have a trolley run along to bring people to the Key but like the rest of the bridge it began to decay. FINALLY, the Florida Department of Traffic is investing almost 80 million dollars to refurbish the bridge and hopefully it will be reopened in 2021 to the trolley and once again allow people to fish and exercise (walking/jogging). At the last moment before the bridge you have a couple options... On the North side of the bridges opening is the parking and access to the Old Bridge and Pigeon Key but as mentioned above, this is temporarily closed until 2021 (HOPEFULLY). On the South side of the bridge is a restaurant (Sunset Grille) that is kinda good and it's a great view of the bridge too. And, of course, straight would be the bridge... good news is the speed limit jumps up to 55 MPH but take your time to look at the amazing views; to the left is the Atlantic Ocean and to the right is the Gulf of Mexico (and the Old 7 Mile Bridge and Pigeon Key). After about a mile, the oooh and aaah wears off, but then around the 3rd mile, you hit the big hump... the bridge is already pretty high over the water but it climbs to about 70 feet above the water to allow boats to pass through Moser Channel. After the bridge arcs back down, you still get to drive straight... no where else to go; but you still get to see the open waters and the abandoned section of the Old Seven Mile Bridge (this part has had sections removed to keep people off). Before the bridge ends and you can once again pull over and feel solid ground, keep an eye out for something kinda cool on the Old Bridge.... Let me introduce you to "FRED"... Fred is the tree that is growing right on top of the Old Bridge... what started off as a little shrub years ago has now grown to be a full tree. If you even travel through the keys during the Christmas Holidays, keep an eye out for Fred in the evening as they decorate Fred as a X-Mas tree (complete with solar panel/battery lights). Once the Bridge does end, there is recreation facilities on both sides of the roadway... On the South side is Veterans Memorial Park... there is a parking lot at the beach front with some picnic tables On the North side is Little Duck Key Boatramp... many times I find boat ramps but sometimes they lack parking for the truck and trailer, this parking lot has spaces and they also have another parking lot for visitors. There is a memorial plaque to the history of the bridge and a roughly half mile section of the Old Seven Mile Bridge that has been fully reconstructed for fishing and sight seeing. Have fun and drive safe !
This magnificent bridge it's so beautiful thanks to the breathtaking view it has. I took advantage of the fact that I was not driving to take wonderful pictures of the view. Next time I go I would love to park and walk across this bridge as much as I can.
First time coming to the keys and the beautiful ocean views from both sides of the seven mile bridge are astonishing. Smooth ride with no congestion both on the way in or out -August timeframe-
The Seven Mile Bridge is part of the Overseas Highway. It connects Knight's Key with Little Duck Key. It is actually 6.79 miles long. The original railway bridge built in 1900 by Henry Flagler to take people down to Key West was seven miles and it was damaged in a 1935 hurricane that killed 400 people. This ended railway service to the keys and the line was sold to the US Government. The bridge was then repaired and widened for automobiles. Hurricane Donna in 1960 damaged the bridge and a new bridge was built next to it between 1978 and 1982. Large spans of the old bridge can still be seen as you travel down to the lower keys. There is a 2.2 mile long section to Pigeon Key that is used as a fishing pier. Pigeon Key was the site of a work camp for the original bridge during Henry Flagler's building period. Today you can drive on one of the most scenic bridges in the world. In addition to carrying cars it also serves as the Florida Keys aqueduct carrying water as well as fiber optics cable and telecommunications back and forth through the lower keys. Every April the bridge is closed for 2.5 hours to allow runners to cross it in commemoration of the 1982 bridge rebuilding project. Approximately 1.500 runners participate in the run every year. The bridge has made an appearance in films like License to Kill, True Lies, 2 Fast 2 Furious, and the Haunted Mansion. Driving across the bridge is an iconic part of a drive through the keys. Once you cross the bridge is only about an hour to the end of the Overseas Highway in Key West.
Great memories as a kid driving over the original Seven Mile Bridge, which was partially demolished many years ago and no longer used for transportation. However, the rebuilt historic bridge is a visually magnificent car ride with green water on both sides. When driving south toward Key West, portions of the original dilapidated bridge is still viewable for great pictures and fishing. FYI: If you are driving behind a tanker truck or camper, it will seem like the seven mile stretch is forever. read more
1 year ago
The old seven miles bridge is worth the drive from Miami. It's about 2.5 hours drive from downtown Miami. It's great for either an early in the morning or late in the afternoon activity. The bridge starts at the end of Marathon key along the US1 southbound. There is a parking lot with about 20+ spots, otherwise you can park on the other side of the road. I enjoyed a lot the 4 miles round trip walk between Marathon and Pigeon key where the bridge ends. I wished I had a less cloudy day but overall I got a good weather. read more
7 Mile Bridge Marathon 4-30-25 I love this bridge and all the views that come with it. There is an old Railroad bridge running parallel to it. Between mile markers 41 & 42 look over at the old Rail Bridge to see the Famous Fred The Tree. At the end of the bridge there are places you fish and site see or take pictures. On the Marathon side you can walk ride a bike out a way until it ends. The view is mesmerizing and breathtaking. Traffic usually flows well across this 2 lane bridge but beware if there is a vehicle break down or a wreck it will take you a while to cross it as there no place to turn off. Make sure you have a camera or cell phone for plenty of pics. I give this bridge 5 out of 5 stars for the breath-taking views of the water. Follow Me For On FB For More Reviews & Fun. Gulf Coast Terry read more
Ok, it's just only a bridge but it carries a lot of history. The old bridge is basically and literally falling into the ocean and this new bridge is in perfect condition although still only one lane in each direction. If you are headed to Key West, unless you take a boat you must drive over the Seven Mile Bridge with views of the green ocean. read more
2 years ago
On the way down to Key West, we drove over the modern Seven Mile Bridge and saw the Gulf of Mexico on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other side. In every direction, we found endless hues of gorgeous blues, from light turquoise to navy waters. Along the drive, we passed by the rusting remnants of the original bridge that used to be the Overseas Railroad, aka the "Eighth Wonder of the World." It was an ambitious engineering feat to build upon a lengthy stretch of shifting sands in open water through rough tropical weather. Unfortunately, a category 5 hurricane severely damaged the railroad. Nowadays, the restored part of Old Seven Mile Bridge acts as a lovely place to fish, stroll, bike, and relax. The modern Seven Mile Bridge gave us one of the most memorable and stunning views in Florida! read more
Amazing achievement of engineering! Although it didn't feel like it during our drive to key West there are a total number of 42 bridges linking the Keys to the mainland (Key Largo to Key West). This includes the iconic Seven Mile Bridge, West of Marathon. Each time we crossed "a" bridge I'd ask my hubby "is this the popular bridge in the Florida Keys??" LoL When we drove through the Overseas Highway we could see the damage caused on the Old Seven but it was in 1960 where Hurricane Donna caused the most damage. The original old bridge is now a landmark with this new bridge built and is cool to see all of the old sections of Old Seven along the drive. The new structure is a beautiful bridge to drive over. No place to stop for photos, though. This is the only way you're going to make it down to the southernmost point of the continental United States is by driving on this bridge. The total length of the new bridge is actually 6.79 miles and is shorter than the original and when you look side to side nothing but beautiful teal water all around on the endless bright ocean. I'm fortunate to experience this drive. Safe travels! Review #2803 read more
4 years ago
Seven Mile Bridge gives me deep anxiety! My mother had a fear of going over bridges. It was weird. I didn't fear the bridges growing up in South Florida but knowing that a friend of mine in high school was in a car accident on the Seven Mile Bridge didn't help my anxiety in addition to the fact that there's lots of traffic and it's a long way to land! As usual I was with my fearless boyfriend at the time during the late 1990's. He had a Jeep Wrangler and we were heading to Key West. Besides the fact that the Jeep wasn't cool and comfortable to ride in I felt the highway was narrow in places. I kept asking him how much longer???? Seven Miles felt like 100. Funny thing I don't remember the return trip home. I was probably so happy to returning to my air conditioned comfortable home I didn't care! You have to travel this way at least once so I'm recommending you get the experience when you have the opportunity. read more
This is one of the most notable bridges that you will see as you drive through the Keys, for some it might be plain to look at, but it is a marvel of engineering. Finished in 1982, the longest bridge in the Florida Keys is wide enough in some areas to give a motorist room to pull over to change a flat tire and steal many glances at the perfectly green water with aquamarine hues in a few sectors. The old structure was completed in 1912, initially a railroad bridge, was known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World'' because even attempting to build something so ambitious over miles of open water and a soft bottom in a harsh tropical climate seemed a bit nutty. As you drive over the modern bridge today now you can see the old bridge nearby. Only the pelicans and great blue herons use it as a perch. Starting in 1905, Flagler spent $30 million of his own money to lay track and build dozens of bridges, hiring 4,000 workers for the small fortune of $1.50 a day. In 1908, the workers reached Marathon Key where about seven miles of open water lay ahead. Flagler's civil engineers had to invent new technology as they went along. At their disposal were two steamships, tugboats, paddle wheelers, dredges, launches and a catamaran. Flagler sent away to England for a kind of cement capable of drying underwater. Divers wearing helmets positioned underwater structures. Barges swung in the current as workers tried to keep their balance. The seven mile bridge became a reality, thanks to the perseverance of one man. read more
4 years ago
Ahhh !!! I finally get to see this long legendary famous bridge(s). I only seen this iconic bridge on movies and the tv series in the 80's "Miami vice". Anyway like all the other island here at the keys, it provides its own enchanting beauty. Yes the bridge had gone through a lot and in fact , it became just the 2 lane bridge now between marathon and big pines keys. What use to be a split 4 lane bridge became one. Reading through some history, this bridge has gone through a lot. Hurricanes through out the years and as recently ( hurricane Ian) made it what it is today. the north end (marathon side)they had a 2.2 miles pave walkway to the to pigeon key. We thought about walking it .... But nah . Our age and physical condition won't allow it especially here near the equator too humid too hot. The south bound is the one that is no longer use. Too costly to maintain and repair. Ay least we can see how it use be. A must to explore for you who can endure the heat. read more
4 years ago
You really need to experience driving across the 7 mile bridge. Pictures don't really show you how magnificent it really is. We love to take a drive from Miami to Key West and stop at all the little towns along the way. It is such an unforgettable trip. Put it on your bucket list. It's amazing. read more
For the first timer driving from mainland Florida down to Key West is an amazing drive... one of the many highlights is the SEVEN MILE BRIDGE; and don't be that person that always asks, "is it actually 7 miles long" As you approach the first time, you'll be passing through the last part of Marathon; the speed limit here is 35 MPH but don't exceed the posted speed limits as this area is heavily watched by Monroe County Sheriff and Florida Highway Patrol. The original bridge was built in 1909 for Flagler's train; once damaged by the 1935 Labor Day Hurricane it was sold and the government converted it for vehicular use but it wasn't supported well and over time and new bridge was needed... In 1982 the new bridge was completed and the old bridge was retired but not fully... the first two miles led to Pigeon Key (the grounds that housed railroad workers back in the day); Pigeon Key now is the home to a museum to remember it's history. The bridge used to have a trolley run along to bring people to the Key but like the rest of the bridge it began to decay. FINALLY, the Florida Department of Traffic is investing almost 80 million dollars to refurbish the bridge and hopefully it will be reopened in 2021 to the trolley and once again allow people to fish and exercise (walking/jogging). At the last moment before the bridge you have a couple options... On the North side of the bridges opening is the parking and access to the Old Bridge and Pigeon Key but as mentioned above, this is temporarily closed until 2021 (HOPEFULLY). On the South side of the bridge is a restaurant (Sunset Grille) that is kinda good and it's a great view of the bridge too. And, of course, straight would be the bridge... good news is the speed limit jumps up to 55 MPH but take your time to look at the amazing views; to the left is the Atlantic Ocean and to the right is the Gulf of Mexico (and the Old 7 Mile Bridge and Pigeon Key). After about a mile, the oooh and aaah wears off, but then around the 3rd mile, you hit the big hump... the bridge is already pretty high over the water but it climbs to about 70 feet above the water to allow boats to pass through Moser Channel. After the bridge arcs back down, you still get to drive straight... no where else to go; but you still get to see the open waters and the abandoned section of the Old Seven Mile Bridge (this part has had sections removed to keep people off). Before the bridge ends and you can once again pull over and feel solid ground, keep an eye out for something kinda cool on the Old Bridge.... Let me introduce you to "FRED"... Fred is the tree that is growing right on top of the Old Bridge... what started off as a little shrub years ago has now grown to be a full tree. If you even travel through the keys during the Christmas Holidays, keep an eye out for Fred in the evening as they decorate Fred as a X-Mas tree (complete with solar panel/battery lights). Once the Bridge does end, there is recreation facilities on both sides of the roadway... On the South side is Veterans Memorial Park... there is a parking lot at the beach front with some picnic tables On the North side is Little Duck Key Boatramp... many times I find boat ramps but sometimes they lack parking for the truck and trailer, this parking lot has spaces and they also have another parking lot for visitors. There is a memorial plaque to the history of the bridge and a roughly half mile section of the Old Seven Mile Bridge that has been fully reconstructed for fishing and sight seeing. Have fun and drive safe ! read more
This magnificent bridge it's so beautiful thanks to the breathtaking view it has. I took advantage of the fact that I was not driving to take wonderful pictures of the view. Next time I go I would love to park and walk across this bridge as much as I can. read more
3 years ago
First time coming to the keys and the beautiful ocean views from both sides of the seven mile bridge are astonishing. Smooth ride with no congestion both on the way in or out -August timeframe- read more
The Seven Mile Bridge is part of the Overseas Highway. It connects Knight's Key with Little Duck Key. It is actually 6.79 miles long. The original railway bridge built in 1900 by Henry Flagler to take people down to Key West was seven miles and it was damaged in a 1935 hurricane that killed 400 people. This ended railway service to the keys and the line was sold to the US Government. The bridge was then repaired and widened for automobiles. Hurricane Donna in 1960 damaged the bridge and a new bridge was built next to it between 1978 and 1982. Large spans of the old bridge can still be seen as you travel down to the lower keys. There is a 2.2 mile long section to Pigeon Key that is used as a fishing pier. Pigeon Key was the site of a work camp for the original bridge during Henry Flagler's building period. Today you can drive on one of the most scenic bridges in the world. In addition to carrying cars it also serves as the Florida Keys aqueduct carrying water as well as fiber optics cable and telecommunications back and forth through the lower keys. Every April the bridge is closed for 2.5 hours to allow runners to cross it in commemoration of the 1982 bridge rebuilding project. Approximately 1.500 runners participate in the run every year. The bridge has made an appearance in films like License to Kill, True Lies, 2 Fast 2 Furious, and the Haunted Mansion. Driving across the bridge is an iconic part of a drive through the keys. Once you cross the bridge is only about an hour to the end of the Overseas Highway in Key West. read more
It's a bridge, a very long single lane bridge. It's crowded going out for the weekend and equally slow heading north east on Sunday. There are lots of police patrolling route one, we saw several cars pulled over before and after the bridge, be careful! The water is turquoise and always beautiful to look at read more
I don't know. Wasn't that exciting. Better in the movies where they're blowing it up. Saw a shark and a few fishermen. Not much else to see. Thought it might be cool to run the whole thing. I see there is an annual run but limited to 1500 entrants. I'll try to do that next year. Probably hard to get picked. read more
A ll I can think of is Jamie Lee Curtis in a limo in the movie True Lies I'm not real crazy about bridges - Golden Gate and Oakland Bay are not my favs. So cruising down a stretch of seven miles that is nothing but bridge. Ugh. It did pass faster than I thought considering traffic can run past 55 and is single lane each way. The view is really cool, watching scattered island go by and checking out parts of the old train tracks. Even finding that spot where the limo went into the water just after Schwarzenegger leans out a helicopter and grabs Curtis. On the return trip it didn't seem as long. :) read more
This is another one of the must see landmarks in Key West. I remember this bridge vividly. Every time I go down to the Keys I always stop here. I also remember this bridge as seen in the movie True Lies where the bridge was blown to pieces by the US Marine Harrier Jets. We found a place to park by the beginning of the bridge and started to walk around. It's truly an amazing site on how far this bridge goes over the ocean. We started to take a few pictures in different locations and all of those shots turned out amazing looking. You just can't take a bad photo from anywhere on the bridge. You can also see the old bridge stood right next to the new bridge. While the old bridge has just one lanes in each direction, the new bridge has two. And you can't help to look at the beautiful view. If you are traveling south on the bridge, you'll have the Gulf of Mexico on your right hand side while the Atlantic Ocean on the left. And the color of the water, even it's only separate by this bridge, is completely different. So, the next time you drive down to Key West, be sure to stop by and take a few photos. read more
This by far the longest bridge in the Keys, it offer a beautiful view any time of the year. Beware it is one of the most heavily patrolled sections of the Overseas Highway in the Keys, if you get pulled over you will be issued a ticket. The original bridge is in a state of deterioration and there is a fund set up for renovations, there is a chance this bridge will go the way like a lot of bridges go in this part of the world and that would be sad. The original bridge no longer provides access to pigeon island this island now is only assessable by ferry. The bridge still provides a place to stroll and relax and provides some of the best view of the ocean. The pull offs located on both end of the bridge provide some placards with some significant historic value. So stop in and experience some of Florida best, The Bridge was created by Henry Flagler The new bridge is a box-girder structure built from precast, prestressed concrete sections, comprising 440 spans. Near the center, the bridge rises in an arc to provide 65-foot (20 m)-high clearance for boat passage. The remainder of the bridge is considerably closer to the water surface. The new bridge does not cross Pigeon Key. The total length of the new bridge is actually 35,862 ft (10,931 m) or 6.79 miles (10.93 km), and is shorter than the original. Each April the bridge is closed for approximately 2.5 hours on a Saturday and a "fun run," known as the Seven Mile Bridge Run, of 1,500 runners is held commemorating the Florida Keys bridge rebuilding project. The event began in 1982 to commemorate the completion of a federally funded bridge building program that replaced spans that oil tycoon Henry Flagler constructed in the early 1900s to serve as a foundation for his Overseas Railroad. read more
6 years ago
If you've never heard of the seven mile bridge, you've been living a boring life. The newer version was completed in 1982. The original bridge was originally a railroad bridge and built in 1912. It had the title of being the eight wonder of the world for being built by Henry Flagler, called "Flagler's Folly" over such a large portion of ocean/gulf, soft sand, and being 6.7 miles long. Pigeon Key served as a bunk house for the workers. The original bridge was so narrow, drivers had white knuckles driving on the narrow bridge and oncoming traffic, as two cars narrowly passed. The great Labor Day 1935 Hurricane hit with maximum sustained winds of 185 mph equal to Hurricane Dorian 2019 strongest Atlantic Hurricane, CAT 5. 485 people lost their lives and the first rail bridge was destroyed. In 1938 the first overseas highway Route 1 was opened by the government, and the new bridge next to the old original railway and highway was completed with slightly wider lanes in 1982. The old bridge is being currently worked on to allow tourists to get to Pigeon Key (completion end of 2021?). Hopefully the project is done soon and fishing will resume from the old bridge, or just gazing peacefully at the turquoise water filled with tropical fish, turtles, and sharks. Plus, don't forget to take a peek at "Fred" the local celebrity tree growing on the old bridge. During Christmas time locals decorate Fred in glorious splendor. read more
5 years ago
Drove through on our way from Miami to the Keys! It was our first time headed down the bridge but the views were beautiful! The only downside is that it is only a one-lane road on each side so if you get stuck behind anyone moving slower, you'll probably be there for a while. That being said, it is a pretty narrow bridge so I wouldn't recommend taking up the urge to speed for those of you more inclined to hit the gas. TLDR: beautiful bridge but watch your speed and plan accordingly because you might be stuck behind a slower moving car read more
I had been to Key West before on a cruise, but I had never been to Key West on a road trip. When my boyfriend told me that I didn't get the full Key West experience on the cruise, I didn't believe him. Now that we roadtripped there, I am a believer. This bridge in itself was what made it so. This historical bridge spans for what seems to be ever, but the view is breathtaking. Amazingly so, they have the old bridge right next to it. For being extremely old, it is surprisingly not rotting the way I thought it would. At any rate, this area gets a lot of tourists like yours truly driving by and enjoying the view. Seriously wonderful - go in the daytime to really enjoy it; you won't regret it! read more
8 years ago
8 years ago
You've seen it in True Lies and 2 Fast 2 Furious! The Seven Mile Bridge is one of those true wonders you just have to see! As you approach and cross it you will see another bridge, the original, running parallel to it. With frequent hurricanes having their way with it, the bridge was replaced and the remainder is now used as a cool biking and fishing platform! Technically only about 6 3/4 miles long, the Seven Mile Bridge is certainly worth your crossing! read more
11 years ago
I finally had the opportunity to get some pics to accompany my review with my husband driving me back to the Keys. Photo ops and driving don't mix, nor do check-ins, so I always pass on this check point when traveling alone. This is a beautiful two lane highway that is very well maintained. Once I hit the southbound entry I know it's smooth sailing the rest of the way to Key West. What I love most is the changes of the beautiful blue and green ocean colors, and the incredible architecture of the old Flagler Railway, particularly how it changes styles as you move along the highway. There is a wonderful paperback book "Last Train to Paradise*" on the rise and fall of the Flagler Railroad that is a very interesting read which talks about the reasoning for the changes in the bridge engineering & design, and how many of the Keys got their names. It is chock full of historical facts as it takes you on a historic journey through Florida. My only negative comment would be for the design & engineering of the new vehicle bridge, which allows minimal to no ample shoulder room for bike lanes. I think this was poor planning due to the amount of marathon runners, bicyclists and other functions where people are on the side of the small shoulder. Very dangerous and not much room for passing, so be careful when you see cyclists ahead of you. Some Trivia - - The Seven Mile Bridge connects Knight's Key (part of the city of Marathon, Florida) in the Middle Keys to Little Duck Key in the Lower Keys - Commonly referred to as US 1, in the Keys it is better referred to as the Overseas Highway - The road running parallel to the right is the old Flagler Raiload - The Total length is 6.79 miles (10.93 km) - not a full seven miles - The older Flagler Railroad bridge is only open to pedestrians and cyclists as of 2008 *Ref.: "Last Train to Paradise - Henry Flagler and the Spectacular Rise and Fall of the Railroad that Crossed an Ocean" - Paperback, by Les Standiford Safe travels! read more
10 years ago
Congrats! You are almost at Key West now! Seven miles bridge is a must-see stop on the way to Key West. You can find parking spots at the beginning of the bridge, then take a walk from there. Its amazing how the bridge extended so far in the ocean before you can see it reaching the next island. Make a stop, take some rest and some good photos! read more
3 years ago
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