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It's a very pretty and refreshing spot
Con
Camping requires reservations up to 1 year in advance.
In a nutshell
Bahia Honda is a recreational treasure.
doug48 Says: sandspur beach at the bahia honda state park is one of the nicest beaches in the lower keys. located on the oceanside part of the island you can swim, snorkel, and fish on sandspur beach.
grandmaR Says: The beaches were practically deserted when we were there in the winter although there were more people on the lagoon side. It is the only natural sandy beach in the Florida Keys and is quite popular in season. There are concession stands, but they are in the main building...
doug48 Says: bahia honda state park has may fishing opportunities. you can fish from shore on both the ocean and bay sides of the island. also an excellent spot to fish is the jetty under the old bahia honda bridge. the best time to fish the jetty is during the tide changes. of course if...
doug48 Says: bahia honda state park has a full service marina for those who bring their own boats to the park. also they offer snorkeling trips to the reef. see the attached website for more information.
doug48 Says: along with the oceanside beach bahia honda also has a nice bayside swimming area. this is a good alternative if the sea is rough on the oceanside.
doug48 Says: located at bahia honda state park is the bahia honda nature center. the nature center has an aquarium and shows a video about the flora and fauna of the keys. they have a nice nature program for children.
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The restaurant inside the park was pretty good. We had sandwiches for lunch, and went back for icecream. The had pizza filled pretzles, I have never seen these before.
Written May 23, 2003
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I do not know what the exact purpose of this outdoor 'theatre' is, but in the national parks there are periodic ranger talks, so I'm assuming that is what goes on here.
Dress Code: Bring a flashlight and insect repellent
Written Feb 15, 2005
This building houses the dock master, dive shop, gift shop and snack bar. You can get snacks, T-shirts, and other souveniers. You can rent snorkeling equipment here, and get tickets for the snorkeling boat tours. There are also limited marine supplies and groceries available.
What to buy: The snack bar has sandwiches, cold drinks, subs, ice cream, salads, and coffee. In addition to T shirts and gifts, the gift shop has jewelry, books, swimwear, towels and toys
Updated Feb 15, 2005
Pineland Jacquemontia (Jacquemontia curtisii)
grandmaR Says: I noticed these morning glory like flowers among the vegetation in the park. It may be the Jacquemontia which is an increasingly rare plant that used to be found crawling along sunny rocky ledges throughout the open pinelands of the three southernmost counties in Florida....
Swim with a manatee here, we did!
tpangelinan Says: While swimming here, everyone got very excited because a manatee swam right past Michael! The water is so clear, and the beautiful colors that reflect. Didn't see any critters to be worried about!
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The park is open every day from 8 am to sunset. Sunset, of course, varies with the time of year. So if you don't intend to spend the night, take heed of the time the park will close.
Written Feb 15, 2005
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Luggage and bags: Beach chair, towel, shower stuff if you wish. You can buy a nice reasonable lunch at the snack shop, so why lug the stuff around? If I were camping, I would not buy lunch, but when hotel/moteling it, we usually eat out.
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Hat, and umbrella would come in handy. Water shoes wouldn't hurt.
Toiletries and Medical Supplies: Sun Block
Photo Equipment: All you got.
Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: The usual, and lots of bug spray.
Written Jun 7, 2003
grandmaR Says: The marina is in a nice protected basin, but the controlling depth (i.e. the shallowest spot) is only 3.5 feet, so it is too shallow for us to get in there. There are 19 slips available for overnight rental for $1.50/foot (minimum $25 which shows that some boats come in that...
grandmaR Says: Swimming is available both in the Atlantic Ocean (pictured) and Florida Bay. Bahia Honda has one of the best (if not THE best) beach in the Keys, and one of the top beaches in Florida (according to the Travel Channel anyway). There is also good snorkeling and diving...
grandmaR Says: We aren't fishermen, so I can only report that I saw people fishing in the park. I thought there was a bright red bird flitting around until I saw that it was a fly cast by the man in the lower center of the picture. Tarpon fishing here is said to be among the best in the...
Agnessa Says: Bahia Honda State Park is located on Bahia Honda Key between Mile Marker 36 and 37.BH is unique among other islands in the Keys because it has extensive sandy beaches and deep waters close enough offshore to provide exceptional swimming and snorkeling.
catalysta Says: Bahia Honda is a pretty park for a break from the hectic traffic driving down to Key West too, perfect for a picnic, or just to stretch your legs. Take the time to stroll through the Butterfly Garden, and see some lovely flowers along with the colorful butterflies. I was...
catalysta Says: There are 2 bridges, the new one on which everyone now drives, and the old Seven Mile Bridge, which has been cut off but left in various places for park use. Don't think this bridge will lead you anywhere very far...
catalysta Says: Bahia Honda also has a deep water channel between the bridges, deep enough for fairly large sailboats to navigate. If you are looking for a marina to dock overnight, this link may help you find what you need: http://www.cruisingguide.com/flkmarinas.html
Bahia Honda State Park, Florida Keys
Bahia Honda is a lovely little state park, located on Bahia Honda Key at MM 37, along Route 1 (watch for the green & white mile markers, everything in the Keys is located by MM's instead of regular......
bahia honda key is located on the western end of the seven mile bridge in the middle keys. originally bahia honda key was a camp for workers on the overseas railway. today it is home to bahia honda......
Bahia Honda State Park is a GREAT trip!
More beautiful quiet corners to get lost, be alone. Lots of beach to walk. Lots of pictures to take. Best place to swim also.
Bahia Honda State Park is located on Bahia Honda Key between Mile Marker 36 and 37. BH is unique among other islands in the Keys because it has extensive sandy beaches and deep waters close enough......
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