View of CCC Bridge at Bahia Honda

Bahia Honda State Park

Experience the breathtaking views of the Florida Keys

Know Before You Go

Due to the park's popularity, the park may close when it reaches maximum capacity in its day use areas. During these temporary closures, arriving visitors will be asked to return later. We recommend arriving early on weekends and holidays. Shade is limited on our sandy beaches. We suggest bringing umbrellas or sunshades or renting them from our concessionaire. The concession offers chairs, snorkeling equipment, kayak rentals, and a variety of snacks and lunches. 

Hours

8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year

Fees

$8 per vehicle

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Location

36850 Overseas Highway
Big Pine Key FL 33043

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Contact Info

305-872-2353

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.


Henry Flagler’s bold effort to build a railroad to Key West in the early 1900s turned the remote island of Bahia Honda Key into a tropical destination.

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.

The park is an excellent place to observe wading birds and shorebirds, and introduces nature lovers to the island’s plants and animals.

Kayaks and snorkeling gear can be rented, and boat trips to the reef for snorkeling excursions are available.

Plan Your Visit

Cass Meadows, Park Manager
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Manager's Message

Bahia Honda State Park is an island in the Florida Keys that offers everything you need to connect to nature, history and recreation. A walk on the Old Bahia Honda Bridge trail is steeped in history and offers a spectacular view of the waters below.
Stargazing at Bahia Honda
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Stargazing at Bahia Honda

As the sun sets and the stars fill the night sky, the island of Bahia Honda becomes a magical place. During the day most folks are gazing upon the beautiful water or swimming in the sapphire waters, but the night time will offer you a chance to discover the night sky above.
A view of the boat used for snorkeling.
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Snorkeling at Bahia Honda

Explore the amazing underwater world that lies just below the surface at Bahia Honda State Park.
A group gathers following the restoration.
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Bahia Honda Restoration Efforts

Since Hurricane Irma in 2017, staff and volunteers have worked tirelessly to restore Bahia Honda State Park.
A loggerhead turtle nesting during a guided turtle walk.
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Monitoring Sea Turtle Nests in Florida's State Parks

For 2019, most of the sea turtle nests have hatched and the adult turtles are migrating back to their feeding grounds. Here in Florida, park rangers, biologists and volunteers are still telling stories and planning for 2020.
Annual Pass displayed over water and sky.
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Florida State Parks Annual Pass

Annual entrance passes can be purchased at all park ranger stations and museums. If you require immediate use of your pass, this is the best option. Passes can be purchased during regular business hours 365 days a year.

Experiences

Bicycling
Bicycling
Birding
Birding
Boat Tours
Boat Tours
Boating
Boating
Camping
Camping
Camping Boat
Camping Boat
Fishing
Fishing
Geo-Seeking
Geo-Seeking
Hiking
Hiking
Paddling
Paddling
Picnicking
Picnicking
Scuba Diving
Scuba Diving
Shelling
Shelling
Snorkeling
Snorkeling
Star Gazing
Star Gazing
Swimming
Swimming
Walking and Running
Walking and Running
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Beach
Beach
Boat Ramp
Boat Ramp
Cabins
Cabins
Campgrounds
Campgrounds
Canoe Kayak Launch
Canoe Kayak Launch
Concession and Restaurant
Concession and Restaurant
Historic Site
Historic Site
Interpretive Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
Parking
Parking
Pets
Pets
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
RV
RV
Shower Station
Shower Station
Visitor Center
Visitor Center
Water Fountain
Water Fountain

Bahia Honda State Park Photo Gallery

View from underwater sea grass looking towards bridge
Boat used by visitors snorkeling off the coast of Bahia Honda
Bahia Honda Campsites
Visitor with Child
Time Lapse photography showing star circling the bridge at night
Visitor Paddling
Sunset overlooking the Flagler-area bridge at Bahia Honda
Sandspur Island
Sandspur Camping, west view from the beach.

Sandspur campground, west view from the beach.

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Sandspur campground, west view from road.

Sandspur campground, west view from road.

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Great egret at Bahia Honda State Park.

Great egret at Bahia Honda State Park, by Thomas Calella.

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A Miami blue butterfly nectaring on scorpion-tail at Bahia Honda State Park in the Florida Keys.
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Saving the Miami Blue Butterfly

The Florida Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are working with researchers from the University of Florida to restore populations of the endangered Miami blue butterfly at two state parks in the Florida Keys.
A view of the wrackline with many birds in front of it on the shore.
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Wonders of the Wrack Line

The wrack line plays a vital role in the ecosystem at Bahia Honda State Park. Land, sea and air benefit from its formation on the beach.

People Make the Parks

Jeff Naylor

Staff Spotlight

Discover the heart and soul of Bahia Honda State Park with Ranger Jeff Naylor! With a deep passion for snorkeling, kayaking, and the stunning beaches that the park offers, he's your go-to guide for an unforgettable experience.
The in-store display at Winn Dixie.

Volunteer Spotlight

Winn-Dixie is the recipient of the Corporate Contributor of the Year Award for support of the Earth Day Event at Bahia Honda State Park.
Friends of Bahia Honda State Park

Friends of Bahia Honda State Park

Dedicated to the preservation, beautification and support of Bahia Honda State Park.

This Park is Recognized by:

Clean Marina
Green Lodging

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