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Key West
Take it easy in Hemingway's Key West
Earthtimes, UK -
Is it 4 pm or maybe already 5? Nobody cares much as details like that are
unimportant on the island of Key West on the southernmost tip of America.
Diving Santa raises money for children's shelter in
Florida Keys
MiamiHerald.com, FL -
Jason Schwenke is donning the Santa suit while going underwater in the Florida
Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
Coral Reefs Under Attack From
Global Warming And Acidification Of Oceans
AHN - Dec 13 2007
The world's coral reefs are
being killed. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Thursday
that new research finds carbon emissions are threatening coral reefs. The
findings are timely as 2008 is the International Year of the Reef.
Worlds Best
Heading to
Key West
USMCA, GA -
Dec 5, 2007
Marathon Florida Keys Camping Information
Camping and R.V.Parks
in the
Middle
Florida Keys
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Bahia Honda State Park
Bahia Honda State Park is
located on Bahia Honda Key. The entrance is
about mile marker 36.5
For camping and cabin reservations call 1-800-326-3521
For general park information call 305-872-2353
or write
Bahia Honda State Park
36850 Overseas Hwy
Big Pine Key Florida 33043
This is a State Park so their is a fee to get in. This is by far the
best beaches in the Florida Keys. It actually has little waves which
helps replenish its sandy beaches. People visiting Key West will make
this a full day trip back up the Keys. It is 36 miles from Key West.
There are three camping areas in the park
with 80 campsites for RV campers
and tents. All have access
to rest rooms and showers.
Call 305-872-2353 for reservations
The channel between the old and new
Bahia Honda bridges is one of the deepest natural channels in the Florida Keys.
Bahia Honda is unique among other islands in the Keys because it has extensive
sandy beaches and deep waters close enough offshore to provide exceptional
swimming and snorkeling.
Calendar of Events
Illustrated Talks
Fridays, Dec. -- 8 PM
Enjoy an evening under the stars while watching a slide presentation at our beautiful campfire circle on the ocean. Programs include information on local plants, animals, sea life and history. Park entrance fee.
Nature Center
Oct.-Dec., As Announced -- 1-3 PM
(Dates and times subject to change)
Visit our Nature Center to learn more about the park. We have a sea life display and several environmental activities to explore. A park ranger or volunteer will be available to answer your questions at the information desk. Park entrance fee.
Nature Walk
Tuesdays, Dec. -- 11 AM
Join a park ranger for a guided walk along the Silver Palm Trail. View one of the largest remaining stands of endangered silver palms in the Florida Keys, as well as undisturbed mangrove and dune communities. Reservations required. Walks limited to 15 people. Park entrance fee.
Kayaking
You can rent kayaks and explore
the waters around the entire Island
Snorkeling
Location Looe Key Reef
Tours Depart Daily
9:00am 12:00 noon 3:00pm summer
10:00am 2:00pm rest of year
water time 1 1/2 hours
Adults $25.95 Kids (under 18)
$20.95
Equipment rental $5.00 with tour
Bicycling
The park has more than 3-1/2 mile hard
surface road that runs the length of Bahia Honda.
Fishing
Saltwater fishing licenses are required in Florida.
All fishing within the park must conform to the
regulations concerning size, number, method
of capture and season.
Swimming
This park has some of the best beaches in the
Florida Keys.
Snorkeling equipment may also be rented
for
day use at any of the parks swimming areas.
Mask
$3.00
Fins
$4.00
1/2 wetsuit $6.00
Snorkel $3.00 (You
Keep)
Safety Vest $5.00
Corrective Mask $5.00
Deposits Required on All Equipment Rentals.
Prices are subject to change without notice.