Sage-Tips

What is there to see between Fort Lauderdale and Key West?

Lauderdale or Key West, it is possible to find plenty to do in between while traveling from one place to the other by car.

• Visit America’s Riviera. Just a few miles south of Ft.
• See The African Queen.
• Fishing in Islamorada.
• Dive a Wreck In Marathon.

Is the drive to Key West Scenic?

The Miami to Key West drive is one of the most scenic drives in Florida – and there are so many stops to make! While the highlights of Miami, the Everglades, and Key West are must-sees, there are also lesser known hidden gems, like the Turtle Hospital in Marathon, that are worth a stop.

How long is the bridge from Fort Lauderdale to Key West?

Seven Mile Bridge
Total length	35,719.2 feet 6.765 miles (10.887 km)
Width	38 feet (12 m)
Longest span	135 feet (41 m)
Clearance below	65 feet (20 m)

What is the prettiest part of the Florida Keys?

Most Scenic Views in the Florida Keys

• Key West – Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.
• Big Pine Key – National Key Deer Refuge.
• Marathon – Bahia Honda State Park.
• Marathon – Seven Mile Bridge.
• Pigeon Key.
• Islamorada – Florida Bay.
• Key Largo – John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park.

What is the best time to go to Key West?

The best time to visit Key West is between March and May. The winter crowds will taper off, the hotel rates become reasonable and the weather is remarkably similar to winter’s blissful 70s and 80s. Speaking of winter – that season is the island’s busiest and priciest.

Can you walk across the 7 mile bridge?

The island became abandoned when the the new seven mile bridge was constructed in 1982. When walking the Old 7 Mile Bridge, your steps will be following a historic road with stunning views in all directions. You are only able to walk about 2.2 miles of the bridge, as the remaining part is closed off and not maintained.

Can you walk on the Seven Mile Bridge?

The island became abandoned when the the new seven mile bridge was constructed in 1982. You are only able to walk about 2.2 miles of the bridge, as the remaining part is closed off and not maintained.

Is the Seven Mile Bridge really seven miles?

It should be noted that there was one other slight change: while the new road is nearly parallel to the old there are some deviations. As a result, the new Seven Mile Bridge is actually only 6.8 miles long.

What is the prettiest beach in Key West?

The Best Beaches In Key West

• Dry Tortugas & Fort Jefferson. To many, this secluded cluster of islands 70 miles west of Key West is home to the most beautiful beach in the Florida Keys.
• Fort Zachary Taylor.
• Smathers Beach.
• Higgs Beach.
• Bahia Honda State Park.

Where is the clearest water in Florida Keys?

Fort Zachary Taylor Park Beach, Key West Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park is a National Historic Landmark that offers some of the clearest blue waters for snorkeling and diving in Key West.