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Fort Zachary State Park, Key West

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4 /5

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Duration

2 Hours

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Families| Couples| Children| Adults

Explore the region’s history and fort with a free guided tour
Soak up the sun’s rays on the tropical beach
Stay until dusk to catch Key West’s best sunset views

Fort Zachary State Park combines unspoilt beach beauty and a whole lot of history for an unforgettable south Florida adventure. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1973, visitors can enjoy relaxed beach strolls on one of Key West’s best beaches and guided tours of the Park’s fort, which are available daily. Pack a picnic to enjoy on the paradise-like unspoilt land. Sign up for a snorkelling adventure and explore the region’s corals and pretty fish. There’s also a nature trail and bicycling opportunities available in the Park too.

One of the best things about Fort Zachary State Park is its many amenities. Whether you want to spend your day relaxing on the beach, learning about the region’s history, or enjoying a water adventure – the choice is yours. There’s also picnicking facilities on-site, with grills and tables, and a beachfront café, Cayo Hueso Café, which offers snacks, cold beverages and beach sundries. If you’re spending the day here, it’s worth staying until sunset too – the park is well known for is unobstructed and idyllic views of Key West sunsets.

Details & Map

Address: 601 Howard England Way, Key West, FL 33040, USA

Website: https://www.floridastateparks.org/

Useful Information

Fort Zachary State Park is home to a 19th-century coastal defence fortress, a stunning beach, and plenty of outdoors activities. The beach here is one of the best in the region but is quite rocky, so proper footwear is recommended. Daily fort tours are free of charge and available twice daily, at 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM.

Opening times:

Daily: 8:00 AM – Sunset

The fort closes at 5:00 PM

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