There is deep-sea fishing for everything from Sailfish and
Marlin to Grouper and Yellowtail Snapper. Or maybe the
Back Country is more your style, fishing for Bonefish,
Red fish, Tarpon or maybe a trout!
Marlin to Grouper and Yellowtail Snapper. Or maybe the
Back Country is more your style, fishing for Bonefish,
Red fish, Tarpon or maybe a trout!
Or maybe you prefer to dive our beautiful waters. John
Pennekamp State Park is only 10 miles away with coral
reefs of such beauty that they will astound you.
Pennekamp State Park is only 10 miles away with coral
reefs of such beauty that they will astound you.
Or maybe you are adventurous enough to dive our new
wreck, the 510-foot Spiegel Grove, the largest ship ever
sunk as an artificial reef. It took eight years to get this
project from conception to completion, as the Retired
Navy Landing Ship was purchased, cleaned,
transported and then finally sunk to take its final
resting place off our islands on June 10, 2002. Again, a
sight not to be missed. You can see it by Glass Bottom
Boat ride or take the plunge yourself. It is just but ONE
of the underwater marvels that await you.
wreck, the 510-foot Spiegel Grove, the largest ship ever
sunk as an artificial reef. It took eight years to get this
project from conception to completion, as the Retired
Navy Landing Ship was purchased, cleaned,
transported and then finally sunk to take its final
resting place off our islands on June 10, 2002. Again, a
sight not to be missed. You can see it by Glass Bottom
Boat ride or take the plunge yourself. It is just but ONE
of the underwater marvels that await you.
| The Spiegel Grove - before sinking! |
Or, if you want to take a walk on the wild side, the renowned Holiday Isle is
just a few miles away. From the Top of the Isle restaurant to the world
famous Tiki Bar, the Margarita's and Tropical fruit drinks run abound.
just a few miles away. From the Top of the Isle restaurant to the world
famous Tiki Bar, the Margarita's and Tropical fruit drinks run abound.
But if the sunning, and the swimming and the
fishing and the diving don't interest you, then maybe
the sail boarding, or the jet skying or the parasailing
will. Or maybe you would rather swim with the
dolphins or shop in some of the most unusual yet
topical shops around. Try Treasure Village - a true
Fort with a 100-foot lobster out front, or the Rain
Barrel, where local artist display their work. Or
maybe Bass Pro Shop is more your style, where you
will find everything from sports clothes to fishing
gear to jazz bands and fabulous seafood. All but a
hop, skip or a jump away from your luxurious
apartment.
Still not enough? No problem! We saved the best for
last!! THE FOOD!!!!! From the 5 star gourmet
restaurant "Marker 88" that is practically next door,
to the local hang out's where the fresh fish
practically jump on your plate, sumptuous food will
satisfy even the most persnickety of pallets. A full
description of the local eating establishments will be
provided as recommended by people who have lived
here and dined here for over 25 years. What ever
your taste in food or entertainment, you will find
yourself pleasantly surprised.
fishing and the diving don't interest you, then maybe
the sail boarding, or the jet skying or the parasailing
will. Or maybe you would rather swim with the
dolphins or shop in some of the most unusual yet
topical shops around. Try Treasure Village - a true
Fort with a 100-foot lobster out front, or the Rain
Barrel, where local artist display their work. Or
maybe Bass Pro Shop is more your style, where you
will find everything from sports clothes to fishing
gear to jazz bands and fabulous seafood. All but a
hop, skip or a jump away from your luxurious
apartment.
Still not enough? No problem! We saved the best for
last!! THE FOOD!!!!! From the 5 star gourmet
restaurant "Marker 88" that is practically next door,
to the local hang out's where the fresh fish
practically jump on your plate, sumptuous food will
satisfy even the most persnickety of pallets. A full
description of the local eating establishments will be
provided as recommended by people who have lived
here and dined here for over 25 years. What ever
your taste in food or entertainment, you will find
yourself pleasantly surprised.
| This baby Manatee was born in our Marina! |
| The Area |
This is Founders Park -
just a mile away from
your apartment! With a
sandy beach, tennis,
even larger pool and a
skate park - a beautiful
place to walk and enjoy!
For more info:
click here!
More pictures below!
just a mile away from
your apartment! With a
sandy beach, tennis,
even larger pool and a
skate park - a beautiful
place to walk and enjoy!
For more info:
click here!
More pictures below!
| Harry Harris Park Tavernier Key - M.M. 93.5 Telephone number: (305) 852-7161 Camping: no Boat Ramp: yes Concession: no Pets: yes, but restricted Equipment Rentals: none Activities: fishing, swimming basin, children's playground, picnic areas with charcoal grills, softball field and basketball courts. Comments: very nice boat ramps. Good place to launch for access to both Key Largo and Islamorada. Nice place to spend the day with the family. Man made beach. |
| JOHN PENNEKAMP CORAL REEF STATE PARK Key Largo m.m. 102.5 Telephone number: (305) 451-1202 Camping: 47 full facility sites Boat Ramp: yes Concessions: yes Pets: yes, but very restricted (call). Equipment Rentals: boats, dive and snorkel gear. Activities: canoeing, kayaking, fishing, glass bottom boat tours, picnic area, swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling trips, and viewing rafts. Comments: there is a nature trail inside the park. A bike path runs along side the entrance for biking, jogging and walking. In the parks visitors center you are introduced to the underwater beauty of sea life in a 30,000 gallon above ground tank. They also offer films about the park, reefs and the sea life that lives there. Admission begins at $2.50 for one person. |
| INDIAN KEY STATE HISTORIC SITE Indian Key - M.M. 78.5 Telephone number: (305)664-4815 Camping: no Boat Ramp: no Concessions: no Pets: not allowed on the Key Equipment Rentals: none Activities: self tours Comments: Indian Key is rich with history and makes for a very fun trip. There is literature on the island with a map and narrative on the island's history. The island is only a few hundred yards offshore and can be reached by kayak or canoe. If you have your own small boat, kayak or canoe, you can launch it at Indian Key Fill (you will see a sign for Indian Key fill at about m.m. 78.5 as you are headed south). |
| ANNE'S BEACH Lower Matecumbe - M.M. 73.8 Telephone number: (305)-292-4560 Camping: no Boat Ramp: no Concessions: no Pets: yes. A fun place for rover. Equipment Rentals: none Activities: fishing, swimming, picnic areas. Comments: nice little beach area. Very nice for sunbathing. |
| LONG KEY STATE RECREATION AREA Long Key m.m. 67.5 Telephone number: (305) 664-4815 Camping: yes Boat Ramp: no Concessions: no Pets: yes, in day-use area only, not in Camping Area. Equipment Rentals: canoes Activities: fishing, snorkeling, swimming, picnic area, nature trail. Comments: one of the few state parks that allow campfires. Admission is $3.25 per vehicle and .50 per person. Offers natural shoreline for swimming & snorkeling. Quiet, peaceful park. |
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