BEST OF THE FLORIDA KEYS INTERNET GUIDE

reeffish.jpg (27104 bytes) LONG KEY is the home of Long Key State Park, a favorite of campers and nature lovers. It is smaller and less developed than the neighboring Florida Keys of Islamorada (north) and Marathon (south). Its location is perfect for those who want seclusion the Florida Keys are so well known for while still providing easy access to activities available in its larger neighbors. The reefs off south Islamorada and north Marathon are easily accessible from this Key. The Dolphin Research Center is located in nearby Grassy Key. During the construction of the Long Key Bridge (second longest in the Florida Keys) close to two hundred railroad workers lived in a houseboat that was moored next to the bridge. During October of 1906, a hurricane struck the Florida Keys that destroyed the houseboat. Many of the occupants drown, but some 72 survivors were plucked from the nearby waters in the days that followed the storm.

Accommodations - area hotels, motels, resorts and other lodging that will make the Florida Keys seem like your home away from home.

Arts and Crafts - find beautiful Florida Keys art in these area art galleries and craft shops.

Dining - enjoy fresh Florida Keys seafood at these area restaurants.

Diving and Snorkeling - area dive/snorkel shops and other information that is sure to make your Florida Keys diving or snorkeling experience one you'll never forget.

Entertainment - information on attractions, tours, night life and other things to do in this area of the Florida Keys.

Fishing - information on fishing charters and area bait and tackle shops that can help you catch the "Big One" while vacationing in the Florida Keys.

Marine - marinas you may want to use when boating in this area of the Florida Keys.

Outdoors - beaches, camping and parks. Even the most spoiled will just love "roughing it" in the Florida Keys.

Pets - veterinarians and kennels (be sure and read our Florida Keys Tip about leaving pets in the car).

Real Estate - local realtors that can help you find that perfect home in the Florida Keys.

Shopping - shop for the "Best of the Florida Keys".

Transportation - area rental car agencies (note: there are only two airports in the Florida Keys, one is located in Marathon, the other is located in Key West).

Watersports - the best places to rent boats, jet-skis, waverunners, kayaks, windsurfers and other watercraft (be sure and abide by the rules and regulations of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and other applicable laws).

Weather - check out the current weather conditions in the Islamorada / Long Key area.

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