Indian Key
Indian Key State Historic Site
Park Website; Overseas Highway - Mile Marker 78.5;
Located about a half mile southeast of Lower Matecumbe Key is this 10-acre uninhabited island. This was the lavish paradise of notorious wrecker Capt. Jacob Housman, but was destroyed in 1840 during an Indian uprising. The ruins of houses and cisterns are now covered by vegetation. The island is accessible only by boat. It was the first county seat of Dade County.
Lignumvitae Key
Lignumvitae Key State Botanical Site
Park Website; Overseas Highway - Mile Marker 78.5;
Owing to its high elevation and careful management by former owner W. Matheson, Lignumvitae Key exhibits a unique virgin plant community, particularly West Indian hardwood hammock, a forest type tree that use to cover most of the Upper Keys. The Matheson House, built of coral in 1919, remains unchanged. The Spanish wall extends the length of the island. The island is accessible only by boat.
Tour Marathon Florida..
Marathon is a marvelous family destination where sunsets and sunrises
can both be enjoyed just by walking across the street. Located midway
between Key West and Key Largo, it is home to the famous
Seven-Mile Bridge. Because of its central location and rustic
ambiance, Marathon is called The Heart of The Florida Keys.
The tropical atmosphere affords the visitor the opportunity to experience a whole host of activities from scuba diving, scuba instruction, small boat rentals, jet skiing, snorkeling, and deep-sea fishing.
Layton, Long Key
Long Key State Park
Park Website; Overseas Highway - Mile Marker 67.5;
849-acre preserve located near Layton Florida. Camping, boating, fishing, diving activities are available here as well as two pleasant island hiking trails. The Spanish called this place Rattlesnake Key because of the island configuration. Very popular destination for bonefishing.
Tavernier Florida
Tavernier is a small community located at the southern end
of Key Largo next to Plantation Key.
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