Manager's Message
Bahia Honda is the first Florida State Park to hold Green Lodging and Clean Marina designations. The park was recently awarded the Florida Green Lodging Program designation for implementing cost-saving ‘green’ practices in our rental cabins and throughout the park. In addition to receiving the Green Lodging designation, the park was also designated as a Clean Marina in 2001.
To achieve the Florida Green Lodging Program designation, high-efficiency appliances and lighting were installed in the cabins as well as a state-of-the-art solar hot water heating system. Educational kiosks, focusing on ‘green’ energy and the importance of recycling, were added to the park’s interpretive displays. The park also started recycling plastic bottles and even bottle tops that washed ashore, as well as built more recycling bins to recycle plastic and aluminum.
Requirements for the Florida Clean Marina designation include implementing measures to protect the valuable ecosystems of the Florida Keys such as recycling and storm water runoff protection systems, staff training, spill-response equipment and plans, hurricane contingency plans, signs and education for visitors.
The park was able to accomplish this goal through the hard work and commitment of staff and volunteers. A special thanks to the rangers and volunteers for their dedication to the park and this project.
- 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.
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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 Fees:
$8.00* per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle.
$2.00* Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass.
$4.00* Single-occupant vehicle or Motorcycle.
* Plus $.50 per person Monroe County Surcharge.
Boat Ramp Fee:
$10.00 per boat.
Camping Fees:
$36.00 per night, plus tax. Includes water and electricity.
Cabin Rental:
$120.00 per night, plus tax, May 1 – October 31.
$160.00 per night, plus tax, November 1 – April 30.
>Pavilion Rental Fees:
$50.00 Full Day.
$30.00 Half Day.
Rental fee does not include park admission fee. Parking space is not guaranteed.
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
