Sunrise along day use area coming through lattice

Long Key State Park

Once only for the rich and famous, savor natural luxury found nowhere else

Campground Closure

Due to campground reconstruction, our main campground is currently closed. However, we have opened a separate area of primitive walk-to tent sites that are available to rent. Please visit ReserveAmerica for details.

Hours

8 a.m. until sunset, 365 days per year

Fees

1 Person: $4.50, 2+ People: $5.50

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Location

67400 Overseas Hwy.
Long Key FL 33001

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Contact Info

305-664-4815

Welcome to Long Key State Park

Historically a favorite tourist spot for the rich and well-to-do, Long Key now serves as a tranquil haven for bird-watching, swimming, kayaking or relaxing on the shoreline as you gaze across the Atlantic Ocean.

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In the early 20th century, Henry Flagler’s Long Key Fishing Camp was a popular luxury destination along his railroad to Key West. Celebrities and many of the world's best-known salt water anglers of the time fished here, including U.S. presidents and author Zane Grey. The entire facility was destroyed by the Labor Day Hurricane of 1935 and never reopened.

Long Key sustained significant damage from Hurricane Irma in 2017. Efforts still continue to restore the 60 ocean-front campsites. The full-facility campsites were known for their views overlooking the aqua blue waters of the Florida Keys. Please contact the park for the most up-to-date information regarding restoration efforts.

Plan Your Visit

Mark Duncan, Park Manager
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Manager's Message

Time to renew yourself with trip to the fabulous Florida Keys. Fishing, snorkeling and diving are just a start to what your adventure can include. Come on out and visit Long Key State Park for the day.
This area of the park has been replanted following Hurricane Irma.
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Restoring Long Key State Park Following Hurricane Irma

After the devastation caused by Hurricane Irma in 2017, state parks in the Florida Keys started on the road to recovery. The team pulled together at Long Key State Park to assess the damage and develop a plan to help habitat recovery. In this edition of The Biologist Tells the Story, Biologist Janice Duquesnel tells the story of replanting the park.
The keys tidal barren is an almost desert like habitat. Here in this photo there is a trail through shrubby landscape
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Golden Orb Nature Trail

Take a stroll along one of the Florida Keys longest nature trails, and immerse yourself into a world of rare Florida Keys habitats.

Experiences

Birding
Birding
Camping
Camping
Fishing
Fishing
Geo-Seeking
Geo-Seeking
Hiking
Hiking
Paddling
Paddling
Picnicking
Picnicking
Snorkeling
Snorkeling
Star Gazing
Star Gazing
Swimming
Swimming
Walking and Running
Walking and Running
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Campgrounds
Campgrounds
Parking
Parking
Pets
Pets
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
RV
RV

Long Key State Park Photo Gallery

Turtle Nest Evaluation by Staff
Heron wading in the water
Girls playing on beach
Crab on sand
Miami Blue Butterfly perched on green plant
A view of the sunrise over the water.
A view of a tree growing out of the surrounding water.
A pair of bald eagles sit along the power lines
a view of the mangroves along the shore.
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Mangroves at Long Key

Stretching from the outermost Florida Keys to the Everglades spans a vast network of Mangroves, which support an array of wildlife. Walk along the boardwalk to discover this unique habitat for yourself.
A black and white photo of the old railroad depot.
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Flagler Railroad at Long Key

Before it became a preserved location for visitors to admire Florida’s natural resources, Long Key State Park served a different purpose: It was a luxury attraction for the rich and powerful along the now-defunct railway route created by Henry Flagler.

People Make the Parks

Park Ranger, Krystal Vineyard stands in front of native vegetation at Long Key State Park

Staff Spotlight

With her curiosity of all things in the natural world, Krystal Vineyard is a perfect addition to the Florida Park Service family.
Tom and Michele Bill stand at Long Key State Park in front of native vegetation

Volunteer Spotlight

On a quest for warm weather and sunny skies, Tom and Michele are living the volunteer dream with Florida State Parks.
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