Bahia Honda State Park is located at Mile Marker 37 along US 1. (Mile markers are how you find…read moreeverything in the keys. There are 500 acres of park, plus an off shore island. There are 3 beach areas, a campground/cabins, picnic areas and boat ramps. It's very much a place to relax on the beach and take it easy. Bahia Honda is the tropical paradise that you probably imagine when you think of the Florida Keys. Bahia Honda's beaches--Sandspur, Loggerhead, and Calusa--are one of the biggest draws to the park. Each one is beautiful and worth a visit. Bahia Honda is a great place to swim as the water temperatures are typically warm and the water is shallow. See, it also depends on time of the year, like for us, Sandspur beach was full of seaweed. and i found loggerhead beach to shallow and it was really great to swim over there. while you are here, A fun thing to do is take the quick trail up to the old Bahia Honda Bridge that you can see from Calusa Beach and the very edge of Loggerhead Beach. This is the only trail here and it's a pretty quick walk. The walk is fairly short and you aren't allowed to go far along the bridge as it breaks off at some point. 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. Depending on time of day, you might get a different view. There is little to no shade on the beach. If you are wanting to stay all day, you might want to bring your own umbrella for the beach! Cost: $8 per vehicle, $4.50 for vehicles with one person, $2.50 for pedestrians + cyclists

This park has to be one of the best that the Florida Keys has to offer. I have always wanted to…read morestop here while visiting our friends that live in Key West and we finally had the opportunity. Bahia Honda means "Deep Bay" and refers to the deep bays of Bahia Honda Key. It is pronounced Bah -EE-ah Own da. It is 30 feet deep which makes it the deepest natural harbors in the Keys. It was established in 1961and is known for its history as part of Henry Flagler's "Overseas Railroad" and is now known as the Overseas Highway. In 1935 there was a huge hurricane that destroyed the railroad. What makes this park so unique is that it is encompasses an offshore island and it sits between Ohio Key and Spanish Harbor Key close to the west end of the Seven Mile Bridge. The park has 524 acres of lush beauty. It is open everyday of the year from 8am - sundown and the fee is $8 per vehicle. Clean restrooms and outdoor showers available. There is so many things to do such as snorkeling, swimming in the gin clear crystal waters, hiking out to the Old Bahia Bridge, birding, camping, boat rentals, a concession stand, rent a cabin, kayak, fishing or visit the nature center. We found parking easily and made our way out on the trail to the Old Bridge. The views from up here are panoramic. After viewing the bridge and the views, we really could not resist taking a dip at one of the beaches. The water was still warm enough to swim in November and it felt fantastic. What I love most about the state park beaches along the Keys are all the marine life you can view while swimming or just walking on the beach. No place like it! If I could give this park 10 stars I would, it is that incredible. Cannot wait to come back again.

As locals, we know that Looe Key Reef Dive Center has an outstanding reputation, so when we wanted…read moreto celebrate a special occasion, there was no question who we would choose for our snorkeling trip. They exceeded every expectation. Captain James and his first mate, Allison, were absolutely fantastic. They were friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about making sure everyone had an amazing experience. The boat was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, making for a relaxing and enjoyable afternoon on the water. The snorkeling itself was incredible. The water was beautiful and clear, and we saw an amazing variety of marine life, including colorful tropical fish, large schools of fish, small sharks, barracuda, and so much more. Every time we looked beneath the surface, there was something new to discover. One of the highlights of the trip was the dolphins. Captain James went above and beyond to make sure everyone had the best possible view. He carefully maneuvered the boat so we could watch them from different angles, and at one point he even got them behind the boat where they followed along, jumping and playing in the wake. It was absolutely magical and made for some incredible videos and memories that we will treasure. I would also like to recognize Tabatha in the office. She was wonderful to work with from the very beginning. She made the reservation process simple and stress-free, answered all of our questions, and was genuinely kind and helpful. It was a pleasure meeting her in person as well. From start to finish, the entire experience with Looe Key Reef Dive Center at Looe Key Reef Resort was exceptional. The staff, the boat, the snorkeling, the wildlife, and the customer service were all top-notch. We had an unforgettable afternoon and would absolutely book with them again. If you're looking for a snorkeling adventure in the Florida Keys, we cannot recommend them highly enough.

The captain & mate are ALWAYS very friendly, helpful, & even witty! They make a point to make each…read moretrip enjoyable!!

So knowledgeable I highly recommend you're definitely gonna have a great time! Best keys, boat tour…read moreever!

Brian was amazing! We had a little trouble getting in the gate to the RV park but thankfully we…read morecalled him. We rented a two person kayak & set out on our adventure. The kayak was more comfortable than we expected & we stayed out for four hours. I have attached a photo of our route with some pictures. They loaned us a waterproof phone case which was essential. We had a pretty significant downpour which added excitement. This was definitely a highlight of our trip to the Keys. The price is right and Brian & his assistant really set us up well. Remember to call if they turn you away at the gate. I would also call a day ahead to let them know when you are coming.

Great crew, safe and humorous both, always the sign of good guides. They accommodated my…read moresnorkeling-familiar partner as well as my brand-new-to-snorkeling six year old son and myself (I'm somewhere in between but now I have the bug and I desperately want to come back to dive). We went to two places and saw tons of beautiful aquatic life, multiple types of colorful parrot fish, etc, as well as a huge larger-than-man sized grouper (I'll get my Bf to post pics on his review as he rented the underwater camera housing for his iPhone 6s). We also saw a sizable shark my boyfriend followed for awhile and then was followed by*... They have water and soda for sale $1 on the boat, a cooler to store your own snacks and drinks if have them (no glass or alcohol), as well as a cooler with tap water you can refill your own bottles. Highly recommend this business and the Looe Key snorkeling/scuba trip!

Had a decent experience with Strike Zone charters. They were accommodating with scheduling…read more At one point, there were sharks swimming underneath us, which we signaled to the captain about- but he just said ITS OK and looked the other way. I understand that sharks aren't a real cause for concern and a lot of people like the sharks, but we got scared and swam back to ship. I would have liked if the captains took our fears at least educated us on the different types of sharks that swim in the waters.

I don't think I have ever had such great service and fun that I had to go immediately and leave a…read morereview until now. If you were looking for a personalized experience, Amazing vibes, Fantastic Eco knowledge coupled with good music, then book this snorkeling excursion. Captain Jen and first Mate/co Captain Matt provided such an Incredible outing for us. They really took the time to listen to what we were looking for and providing the best experience. I can't decide if I wanna come back for another snorkeling trip or learn how about lobstering. Either way I know I am in good hands!!

We had an incredible experience! We had a group of 8: 4 adults and 4 teenagers, including a…read morehesitant beginner. Jen and Matt were both so focused on making sure we all had an amazing time. We all agreed this was the highlight of our week in the Keys. Strongly recommend!

Bill and his team were great! My family and I had fun. Bill was very knowledgeable, friendly, and…read morefunny. We saw two nurse sharks, lots of sponges, some crabs, and fish. Going down the mangrove creek was fun! This was doable for beginners.

We had an excellent morning kayaking with Chris, our guide. He is so very knowledgable about the…read morebirds, the mangroves, the sea, and all the creatures! We were able to glide through mangroves, saw black tipped reef sharks, and heard so much about the area. Chris is a wealth of information! He helps rescue birds so we learned all about his experiences. My husband and I highly recommend this tour!!!!

Found this place online, and it is a great local beach for snorkeling. You have to be looking for…read moreit in order to find it, but its well worth a stop. It has extremely calm and clear water. Along the mangroves and large rocks, we were able to see several types of fish and crabs. Someone there saw a stingray but we weren't able to find it. Other people were fishing and grabbing hermit crabs. Note it is very rocky so flippers or water shoes are necessary. Definitely one of the best sports for snorkeling from shore we found in the Keys.

Hidden gem. Spent over an hour snorkeling here with no one else around. So many fish.read more

Great snorkeling location. We've done some ten snorkeling excursions around the Americas and this…read morewas in the top two with the other being Belieze. This would include Mexico in a few locations and other Caribbean islands. Caption and crew of o e pretty much kept to themselves but did assist when needed with both divers and snorkelers. Equipment was clean and in good shape as was the pontoon boat

By far the greatest experience I had during my trip to the Florida Keys was snorkeling the reef at…read moreLooe Key National Marine Sanctuary with this company. You have the option to dive or snorkel, and the dive shop will supply you with anything you need before you go. Its $50 per person for snorkelers, and you'll be in the water for two hours. You can choose to bring your own food & snacks, or you can run a tab and purchase whatever they have on offer (chips, water, sodas, beer, etc). They supply the eco-friendly sunscreen. We went out on the Kokomo Cat II with Captain Katie & Josh, and I can't say enough good things about them. You couldn't ask more a more fun pair of people to take you out to Looe Key. They were extremely knowledgeable and you can tell how much they genuinely care about the imperiled coral ecosystem. There is not an aquarium in the world that can match the diversity of marine life that you will see out at this reef. On the two days we went out, we saw dolphins, sea turtles, caribbean reef sharks, nurse sharks, goliath grouper, green morays, spotted eagle rays, pufferfish, barracuda, hogfish, squirrelfish, various species of parrotfish, angelfish, snapper, filefish, & wrasse. And don't even get me started on the schools of blue tang. If you're in Key West, forget about Sea Fury and do yourself a favor and make the 30 min drive over to Ramrod Key. Strongly recommend! Also, bring a GoPro!