Building the first non-stop route through the Florida Keys was dangerous and difficult. Traveling the route today is a joy. Here are some stops to make, and plenty of fun to have, along the way.
What began as the Florida East Coast Railway and the fulfillment of Henry Morrison Flagler’s dream of riding his rail car from Miami to Key West is now a symbol of modern transportation. The railroad was destroyed by a hurricane in 1933, but the pathway through the Keys lives on. Learn More
Knowing how fanatical most anglers are, if you make the claim of “Fishing Capital of the World” you’d better be able to back it up. Islamorada does that, mainly because the ocean Gulf Stream comes so close to the island and because of its flats where bonefish and tarpon… Learn More
People are passionate about bridge fishing in Marathon, and whether they realize it or not the passion isn’t just about the chance to catch ocean fish without paying for the charter boat. In Marathon, when you’re standing on the bridge you’re standing on a great deal of… Learn More
You wouldn’t think so if you’re thinking about the Florida Keys as a concept, but beaches here are at a premium. Yet at the 524-acre Bahia Honda State Park, there are three. And all encompass the unique scenery and oceanography of the Florida Keys. Learn More
It’s just a tiny five-acre island, but it is the site of tremendous significance and symbolism for the Florida Keys. As the base camp during the building of the Florida East Coast Railway, it is a priceless museum dedicated to the 400 workers who lived here during the Key… Learn More
As you arrive at Big Pine Key, you’ll find that the road turns and the landscape suddenly changes. The wind and the tides have created a wonderland of backcountry to explore, ideally by kayak - shallows, flats, shoals and a fantastic sandbar at Marvin Keys. Learn More
This unusual display showcases a time when “wrecking” was a profession, and you could actually earn a living by salvaging the cargo from unfortunate ships which had run aground on the local reefs. You can learn about these people and see artifacts from the Isaac Allerton,… Learn More
Birdwatchers everywhere are familiar with John James Audubon, and his careful life-long cataloging of birds. Fewer know of the time he spent in Key West, and that the house and gardens that inspired him are still here. Learn More
In the Roaring 20s, Ernest Hemingway was in Key West, writing in the morning and exploring in the afternoon. He produced some of his most famous works here, including “Death in the Afternoon” and "A Farewell to Arms.” Today, his home and Key West are yours to explore. Learn More
We realize the Overseas Highway doesn’t go here - you have to take a fairly hard right to get to the Dry Tortugas National Park. It’s actually about 70 miles off of Key West, but with its colorful past and its vast variety of birds and turtles, it’s definitely worth the… Learn More
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