Lower Keys Activities – The Keys Explored

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The Blue Hole on Big Pine Key: Everything You Need to Know to Visit

The Blue Hole on Big Pine Key is one of the most unique features in the Florida Keys. The largest body of fresh water in the Keys, see just what you'll find at the Blue Hole. It's a great spot for wildlife watching, but you might not expect what it is you'll see here. HINT: it's a big reptile, but it doesn't belong in the Lower Keys...

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Enjoying Bahia Honda State Park in the Lower Keys

Bahia Honda State Park is one of the prettiest places in the Florida Keys and is a must for a beach or kayaking day. Located between Key West and Marathon, it's an easy day trip to plan or stop along your Florida Keys road trip. See what you can enjoy at Bahia Honda and get some tips for making the most of your time here.

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Snorkeling Looe Key Reef with Captain Hook’s from Big Pine Key

Snorkeling Looe Key Reef with Captain Hook's from Big Pine Key is one of the more unusual wildlife tours you can plan in the Lower Keys. See what makes Looe Key Reef special and our tips for having a great experience out on the water.

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Great Things to do on Marathon and the Lower Keys

Traveling to the Keys and looking for great things to do in Marathon and lower keys? There are so many opportunities for adventure and lots of restaurants, wildlife, and fishing spots too.

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Seeing Key Deer on Big Pine Key: the Smallest Deer in North America

The Key Deer is an exceptionally small deer, and it's found only in the Florida Keys. A unique sort of wildlife to see, find out what makes these tiny deer special and where to see them in the Lower Keys.

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Historic Sites and Parks in Marathon and the Lower Keys

Marathon is a great place to find history and some great state parks to spend time outdoors. We have put together a full list of some of the best places to check out in Historic Sites and Parks in Marathon!