EVERGLADES NATIONAL PARK
West of Florida City on State Road 9336
(305) 242-7700
Subtropical wilderness, endangered species. Nature Trails, boat tours, backcountry cruises. Admission Fee
 | ANNE'S BEACH
MM 73, Oceanside
Swim, stroll the boardwalk or enjoy a picnic. Free
| INDIAN KEY HISTORIC STATE PARK
MM 78.5, Oceanside - Accessible only by boat
(305) 664-9814
The Key was home to prehistoric Indians and served as the Dade County seat in the 1830's. Observation tower, boat dock, shelter, trails. Guided tours Thurs through Mon. Fee charged
| LIGNUMVITAE KEY BOTANICAL STATE PARK
MM 78.5, Bayside - Accessible by boat only
(305) 664-9814
Trails provide up-close views of this remarkable tropical paradise. Guided tours Thurs. - Mon. Fee charged
| WINDLEY KEY FOSSIL REEF STATE GEOLOGICAL SITE
MM 84.5, Bayside
(305) 664-2540
One of only two State Geological sites in Florida. See remains of early 20th century quarries cut through the 125,000-year old fossil reef. Visitor center, nature trails. Admission fee charged.
| CURRY HAMMOCK STATE PARK
MM 56.2, Entrance on Oceanside
(305) 664-4815
Camp, hike, swim, fish and sunbathe among tropical hammocks, beaches and mangrove swamps.
| FORT ZACHARY TAYLOR HISTORIC STATE PARK AND BEACH
At the end of Southard Street
(305) 292-6713
The Fort was completed in 1866 and helped to defend Florida's coastline and played an important role in both the Civil and Spanish-American Wars. Fabulous beach, guided tours, snorkeling, Cafe, gift shop, beach equipment, watersport rentals and picnic gr
| FORT JEFFERSON AND DRY TORTUGAS NATIONAL PARK
70 miles west of Key West in the Gulf of Mexico
Accessible by boat or seaplane. Seven islands surrounded by crystal blue waters. Fort Jefferson is the largest of the 19th century American coastal forts. Tours, Visitor center, ranger-led activities, camping.
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