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Long key

Long Key, Florida
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Ownership: State Government
Official website: floridastateparks.org
Posted by: Mongoose on July 30, 2009

Description

The Spanish named this island "Cayo Vivora" or Rattlesnake Key because its shape resembles a snake with its jaws open. In the early 20th century, Long Key was the site of a luxurious fishing resort that was destroyed during the Labor Day Hurricane of 1935. Today, visitors can explore this island by canoeing through a chain of lagoons or hiking two land-based trails. The Golden Orb Trail leads visitors through five natural communities to an observation tower that provides a panoramic view of the island and its profusion of plant and animal life. Some of the best bonefishing in the Keys is found here. Full-facility campsites overlook the Atlantic Ocean. Located at Mile Marker 67.5, 67400 Overseas Highway.

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Directions

Long Key State Park is located at Mile Marker 67.5, 67400 Overseas Highway in the Florida Keys.

Activities

Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Swimming, Beach, Fishing, Boating, Canoeing & Kayaking, Nature Trails, Camping

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Services

Full Facility Camping:



There are 60 full-facility campsites in the park, all overlooking the Atlantic ocean! Each campsite comes equipped with a picnic table, ground grill, water, and electricity. Three restrooms with hot showers, are centrally located. Also provided, is a dump station for gray and black water. Reservations may be made up to 11 months in advance. The sites book quickly so make your plans well in advance. For reservations, please call Reserve America at 1-800-326-3521 or online www.reserveamerica.com

Reservation info

For reservations, please call Reserve America at 1-800-326-3521 or online www.reserveamerica.com

Fees

$36 per/night

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Reviewed by Mongoose on July 30, 2009

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Lovely little island park! Rangers are very helpful and facilities are top notch, and the park offers so much for nature lovers. Nearby islands are terrific and only just a short drive to Bahia Honda and Key West. If historic adventure is what you are looking for, then take a drive to Fort Zachary Taylor in Key West. Highly recommend the Key Islands.
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