Manager's Message
Special Notice: Beginning October 26, 2008, the boat ramps in the park will be closed for renovation. We anticipate that the work should be completed by January 26, 2009. Please click here for a list of boat ramps in the Florida Keys. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to improve park facilities.
As the humidity and the temperature begin to decline, the feeling of autumn is in the air. A variety of migrating birds are passing through the park including; raptors, warblers and shorebirds. Some species, of these migrating birds, will stay for the winter but for most this is just a brief stop for feeding and resting.
When you visit the park, be sure to stop by the Sand and Sea Nature Center. The nature center has a small marine aquarium and several environmental activities to explore. Kids can become a Junior Ranger and receive a patch by completing the “Junior Ranger Activity Book” or get a “Treasures of the Sea” coloring book (for a small donation). Or, cool off in the air conditioning and watch a nature video. A staff member will be available to answer your questions.
Please come out and enjoy a day at the beach!
- Manny Perez, Park Manager
Welcome to Bahia Honda State Park
Henry Flagler's railroad to Key West turned the remote island of Bahia Honda Key into a tropical destination. Today, the island is home to one of Florida's southernmost state parks, known for beautiful beaches, magnificent sunsets, and excellent snorkeling. Visitors can picnic on the beach and take a swim, or simply relax and enjoy the balmy sea breezes that caress the shores year-round. Anglers can fish from shore or bring a boat and launch at the boat ramp. The park's concession rents kayaks and snorkeling gear and offers boat trips to the reef for snorkeling excursions. Bahia Honda is an excellent place to see wading birds and shorebirds. The nature center can introduce nature lovers to the island's unique plants and animals. Full-facility campsites and vacation cabins are available. Located 12 miles south of Marathon.
Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Bahia Honda State Park, please call 305-872-2353.
Get more information on making a reservation.
Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.
Driving Directions
Bahia Honda is located 12 mile south of Marathon on US1.
Park Fees
Admission
$1.50 - Pedestrian/bicyclist fee
$3.50 - Single-occupant vehicle
$6.00 - Double-occupant vehicle
$0.50 - Each additional occupant up to 8 people
$1.50 - Each additional occupant over 8 people
$10.00-Boat Ramp
Campsites
$31.49 (includes taxes)
Cabins
$136.30 (includes taxes)
Pavilions
Full-Day $53.75 (includes taxes)
Half-Day $32.25 (includes taxes)
Does not cover regular day use fees, parking
spaces are not guaranteed if day use parking
is full.
Bahia Honda State Park
36850 Overseas Hwy.
Big Pine Key, Florida 33043
Phone: 305-872-2353
Fax: Contact Park for Number
Visitor Service Provider
Coral Reef Park Company
36850 Overseas Highway
Big Pine Key, FL 33043
(305) 872-3210
Bahia Honda Division of Coral Reef Park Company
