Beach · Big Pine Key · Florida

Bahia Honda State Park

The classic Keys beach, under a broken railway bridge

A state park at Mile Marker 37 with three beaches, the old Flagler railway bridge overhead and the clearest water on the drive down to Key West. Snorkel trips to Looe Key reef leave from the marina here.

Type
Sandy beach
Length
4 km across three beaches
Sand
Coarse, pale coral sand
Water
Turquoise, shallow, 25–31 °C
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GPS · 24.6553, -81.2780
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Where to park

Where to leave the car

Park entry fee per vehicle; the car park fills by 11.00 in winter.

When to arrive

Best time to visit

Open 08.00–sunset; arrive before 10.00 in high season.

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How you get there

Getting there

Boardwalks to Sandspur and Calusa beaches.

What you'll find

Services

  • Lifeguard-free
  • Showers and WC
  • Snorkel hire
  • Café
  • Camping

Local tips

What we wish we'd been told

  • 01Calusa Beach is calmer; Sandspur is longer and emptier
  • 02Bring shade — the park's natural cover is thin
  • 03Looe Key snorkel trips book out days ahead in season

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What is Bahia Honda State Park beach like?

The classic Keys beach, under a broken railway bridge. A state park at Mile Marker 37 with three beaches, the old Flagler railway bridge overhead and the clearest water on the drive down to Key West. Snorkel trips to Looe Key reef leave from the marina here. It's a sandy beach in Big Pine Key, Florida: 4 km across three beaches long, coarse, pale coral sand, with water described as turquoise, shallow, 25–31 °c.

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Where do I park at Bahia Honda State Park?

Park entry fee per vehicle; the car park fills by 11.00 in winter.

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What's the best time to visit Bahia Honda State Park?

Open 08.00–sunset; arrive before 10.00 in high season.

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How do I get to Bahia Honda State Park?

Boardwalks to Sandspur and Calusa beaches.

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What facilities does Bahia Honda State Park have?

On site: Lifeguard-free, Showers and WC, Snorkel hire, Café and Camping.

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What should I know before visiting Bahia Honda State Park?

Calusa Beach is calmer; Sandspur is longer and emptier Bring shade — the park's natural cover is thin Looe Key snorkel trips book out days ahead in season

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Last reviewed · 30 July 2026

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Checked · 30 July 2026