Islamorada's Northern Keys
Upper Keys, Florida Keys
About This Activity
The northern Islamorada keys — Windley Key and Plantation Key — offer a quieter side of the Florida Keys. Visit the Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park to walk through ancient coral formations, browse the Rain Barrel Artisan Village, and dine at waterfront tiki bars. Theater of the Sea, the world's second-oldest marine mammal park, is also here.
Seasonal note: Year-round. Best Nov-Apr for comfortable weather.
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