Florida State Parks Near Tavernier

Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park highlights one of the Florida Keys’ most unusual geologic features: an exposed fossil reef cut by historic quarry operations. The park offers interpretive displays, shaded walking areas, and a close look at the limestone formations that helped build the Overseas Railway.

Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park is a remote island preserve known for its lush tropical hardwood hammock, historic structures, and exceptional birdwatching. Visitors come for guided tours, kayaking, snorkeling, and a quiet escape into one of the Keys' most pristine natural areas.

Indian Key Historic State Park protects the remains of a former wrecking and trading settlement on a small island off Islamorada. Visitors come for history, snorkeling, kayaking, and the chance to experience a secluded slice of the Keys.

John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park spans both land and sea, with mangrove shoreline, tropical hardwood hammock, and offshore coral reefs. It is one of the best places in Florida to experience the underwater world of the Keys without needing a boat of your own.

San Pedro Underwater Archaeological Preserve State Park is a submerged historic site where visitors can snorkel or dive among the remains of a 1733 Spanish shipwreck. The preserve combines maritime history, coral reef habitat, and excellent visibility in the waters off Islamorada.

Long Key State Park preserves a stretch of the Middle Keys with shallow turquoise water, mangrove islands, and abundant birdlife. Visitors come for kayaking, snorkeling, fishing, and peaceful oceanfront camping in a classic Keys setting.

Curry Hammock State Park protects one of the largest undeveloped tracts in the Middle Keys, with mangroves, tidal flats, and open water views. Its calm waters and natural shoreline make it a favorite for paddlers, anglers, and visitors seeking a quieter Keys experience.