The lower level, which the trains had used, was too narrow for two lanes of cars, so they built the road on the top level. This must have been an amazing ride, and it was in use for decades. In fact, if you drove to Key West before , your only choice was the road atop the old bridge. Today, a section of the bridge has been removed at each end and a trail leads to a spot with a panoramic view of the old bridge and the entire area. When people hear these beaches called the best in the Keys, they probably envision an expansive, wide beach.
For years, Bahia Honda had three natural, sandy beaches, but Hurricane Irma wiped out the longest one — Sandspur Beach. The Bahia Honda State Park beaches are good for snorkeling, generally with very clear water. A popular activity at Bahia Honda is kayaking. With its clear Caribbean-quality water and abundant bird and marine life, the water here beckons to kayakers. Be aware, though, that currents and tides can be strong and this will be open-water kayaking. You can rent sit-on-top kayaks at the concession stand at the marina at Calusa Beach.
Snorkeling trips: A concessionaire runs snorkeling trips to Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary, which has impressive elkhorn and star coral as well as extensive marine life. You can rent all the snorkeling gear too. Details about snorkeling from Bahia Honda. Many people think the only place to find good snorkeling is at John Pennekamp State Park. Not true. The trips out of Bahia Honda take you to reefs that are just as impressive.
You can see the whole island and into the water, where you may see fish, rays or sea turtles. The six cabins at Bahia Honda State Park are an excellent place to stay overnight. Everyone agrees on that, which is why it requires lots of planning to get a cabin here. You can book a spot 11 months in advance through the parks reservations website. Even if you mark your calendar and try to book a spot the morning a date becomes available, you can still be out of luck.
Both beaches are not very wide, though Loggerhead Beach has more vegetation. We also ended up on this side because we went on a particularly windy day and it was far too windy on the Calusa Beach side. This beach area is near the campgrounds of Bahia Honda but has been closed since Hurricane Irma hit in The original bridge was a railway bridge built by Henry Flagler that changed the keys.
It was constructed from Miami to Key West and opened in Eventually, it was adapted to allow vehicles on it but was damaged in the hurricane. The Overseas Highway, which you can see from the old bridge, was completed in It includes the famous 7 Mile Bridge over water.
However, you do get to go up high enough to see Bahia Honda from above. The bridge has a great view of both of the beaches. The concession offers chairs, snorkeling equipment, kayak rentals, and a variety of snacks and lunches. See all fees. Along with its iconic Florida Keys scenery, sandy beaches, gin-clear waters and magnificent sunsets, the park is known for balmy sea breezes that caress the shores year-round.
Along with its iconic Florida scenery — palm-lined beaches, gin-clear waters and magnificent sunsets — the park is known for balmy sea breezes that caress the shores year-round. Kayaks and snorkeling gear can be rented, and boat trips to the reef for snorkeling excursions are available.
Kayaks and snorkeling gear can be rented and snorkeling excursions are available at our concession. Sunrise Blvd. Fort Lauderale FL Skip to main content. Hours 8 a. Contact Info Welcome to Bahia Honda State Park Along with its iconic Florida Keys scenery, sandy beaches, gin-clear waters and magnificent sunsets, the park is known for balmy sea breezes that caress the shores year-round.
Plan Your Visit. Bahia Honda State Park is an island in the Florida Keys that offers everything you need to connect to nature, history and recreation.
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