2023 Freedive Fest™ Is Invite Only!
July 13th-16th Florida Keys
$185/Diver Tickets Limited To 12 Divers
Our 4-Day Festival Ticket Includes:
3 Nights Of Camping At Long Key State Park
Apnea Workshops, T-Shirt, Raffle & Cookout/Party
Event Outline:
July 13th
3:00pm Check-Into Your Campsite
Take Time To Settle-In, Relax & Explore the Island!
8:00pm Group Fire
July 14th
10:00am-ish Morning Paddle & Snorkeling
8:00pm Group Fire
July 15th
10:00am-ish Sugarloaf Jumping Bridge
7:00pm Group Fire, Cookout/Party & Raffel
10:00pm Fire Poi By Flow Light Entertainment
July 16th
1:00pm Checkout
Long Key State Park
Long Key Fishing Camp was a popular luxury destination along his railroad to Key West. Celebrities and many of the world’s best-known saltwater anglers of the time fished here, including author Zane Grey and U.S. presidents. The entire facility was destroyed by the Labor Day Hurricane of 1935 and never reopened.
Today as a beautiful Florida State Park, recreational opportunities such as kayaking, hiking, birding, picnicking, flats fishing and snorkeling are just the start of what your adventures can include! With two great hiking trails to explore that provide a close-up look at the variety of natural plant and animal communities in the Keys. Bring your own kayak or rent one from our ranger station for a paddle along a natural shoreline to see a variety of wildlife hiding in the mangroves or in the clear shallow waters.
The full-facility campsites were known for their views overlooking the aqua blue waters of the Florida Keys. Although construction to rebuild these sites is in progress, the park currently offers hike-in, tent-only campsites for guests to enjoy.
Bring Your Boat, SUP & Kayaks!!!
Dive Flag and Float Provided
Always Dive With A Buddy
Directions:
67400 Overseas Hwy Long Key, Fl 33001
Camping
Located in the Florida Keys, the park’s hike-in, tent-only campsites are sited along the Atlantic Ocean. Each tent site comes equipped with a picnic table, grill and hammock stand; there are no electric or water hookups. Restrooms with cold outdoor showers are available to campers. Well-behaved pets are welcome in the campground. Please call the park for details.
Fishing
Some of the best sport fishing in the Florida Keys is popular year-round. All fishing within the park must conform to regulations concerning size, number, method of capture and season.
A fishing license may be required. More information is available at the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s website Fishing in Florida.
Hiking
The park offers two land-based nature trails for visitors to explore.
- The Golden Orb Trail, named after a native spider, is a leisurely 1.1-mile walk through various plant communities.
- The Layton Trail is located on the bayside of the park with short interconnecting trails and overlooks of Florida Bay.
Paddling
Shallow waters provide an excellent opportunity for paddling and exploration along Long Key State Park’s natural shoreline.
- Kayaks are available for rent from the ranger station.
- The cost is $17.50 for a single and $21.50 for a double for two hours. There are no boat ramps at the park.
- Visitors requiring the need for a trailer-accessible boat ramp should contact local marinas.
Picnicking
A waterside picnic area features covered pavilions with tables.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is available in designated areas. The water in the park is generally shallow and the bottom covered with seagrass.
Star Gazing
The park has minimal light pollution and is an excellent place for viewing the night sky.
Swimming
Swimming is available in designated areas. In general, the water is shallow and the currents and waves gentle.
Walking and Running
The park offers two land-based nature trails for visitors to explore.
- The Golden Orb Trail, named after a native spider, is a leisurely 1.1-mile walk through various plant communities.
- The Layton Trail is located on the bayside of the park with short interconnecting trails and overlooks of Florida Bay.
Wildlife Viewing
Shoreline visitors occasionally observe horseshoe crabs, mullet, snapper and sea stars. Sportfish include bonefish and redfish in our shallow grass flats. Kayakers have seen loggerhead and green sea turtles during a paddle.
Accessible Amenities
Long Key State Park is committed to providing a variety of accessible amenities to all of its visitors. Those amenities include:
- Beach wheelchair.
- Accessible restroom facilities.
- Accessible showers in campground.
- Handicap ramp to boardwalk through the mangroves.
Parking
Parking is available at various areas in the park.
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