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Beaches & Parks of
Key West |
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Take a day to lay out and catch some Key West sunshine.
Your golden tan is sure to make your friends back home envious.
Beaches in Key West are not guarded by lifeguards, so swim at your own
risk. And even though Key West is known for being a party town, nude
sunbathing is illegal. However, there are a few places that still cater
to the nudist. Check out our
Clothing Optional page
for additional information. Fishing is allowed off some piers and at most
beaches, and you do not need a fishing license to fish from shore! If
you catch a keeper, don't throw it back; bring it on over to a local
restaurant so they can cook it up for you. |
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 There are
several small mangrove islands with deserted beaches all around Key West
that are only accessible by boat. Let
Dream
Catcher Charters take you out for a fun filled day on the water, showing
you dolphins, birds, turtles, stingrays, and allowing you to explore some of
the uninhabited islands that only the locals know about. There is no
more exciting or romantic way to spend your day in Paradise.
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Dog Beach-
This rocky, slippery beach has no restroom facilities. |
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Fort
Jefferson State Park/ The Dry Tortugas-
Visit the Dry Tortugas & Fort Jefferson by ferry or by Sea Plane.
Take a tour of this historical Civil War Fort that was once home to John
Wilkes Booth. Snorkel the beautiful beaches and see a living coral
reef--Florida's Best Kept Secret! Trips depart daily. |
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Fort
Zachary Taylor State Park- A
favorite beach of Key West locals. Features of this 87 acre facility include
public restroom, concession stand, chair rentals, picnic tables, BBQ's and a
pre-Civil War fort. Entrance fees apply. |
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Higgs
Beach- Features of this beach
include white sand, warm shallow water, volleyball net, and a
pier. While you are there, stop for lunch or a drink at Salute, a
fabulous Italian restaurant overlooking the beach or visit the Martello
Museum. And across the street is now a park specifically for dog
walking!! Water fountains for both the dogs and their humans are
available. |
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Indigenous
Park- This native tree park and
bird sanctuary is open Monday - Friday from 7am-4pm. |
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Rest
Beach- Wheelchair accessible
sandy beach and fishing pier. Restrooms walking distance from beach. |
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Simonton
Beach- Small public beach in
Old Town currently closed to the public. |
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Smathers
Beach- Man made beach with features including restrooms, parking,
concession stands, chair rentals, bike paths, picnic tables, volleyball
nets, and an array of watersports such as parasailing and windsurfing. |
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South
Beach- Sandy beach with shallow
water and a pier. No restroom facilities. |
