Visiting the Keys of Florida can be a little tricky. If you are SUPER organized and a great planner, then make a reservation about a YEAR in advance, so you can stay at one of the wonderful state parks. ;)
If you like to 'roll with it' like me, then you will want to stay somewhere like Jolly Roger!
Another tricky part, is the cost, and the proximity to grocery stores, or tourist attractions. Just budget plenty of extra cash for lodging, gas and a day or two of fun, and you can enjoy your time. I also recommend that you go grocery shopping BEFORE you enter the Keys of Florida.
So, for 3 days, we went to the beach, Mallory Square, the MOST Southern Point and Hemingway's home. If you are on a budget, 3 days is plenty to fit it all in with out stretching your sanity!
Price - $35/night PLUS extra fees for kids and tax = $50/night WITH A PASSPORT AMERICA (50%) DISCOUNT!!!
Amenities - This is a large park, but the sites were a little crowded. Todd, with his excellent driving skills, was able to fit into our spot, but it may be tight for other big rigs. There is a laundry and bathhouse, but we did not use them. (The bathrooms have curtains instead of doors.....a little risky for me and my kiddos!) ;)
There is also a beautiful pier, deck and swimming beach in the back of the park. We also enjoyed the heated pool.
I thought the location was perfect for visiting the Keys. From the Everglades, it only took over an hour to get there, and it was not crazy-busy with traffic, like it is further south (over an hour) in Key West.
If we ever visit the Keys in the future, I will definitely reserve a beautiful, ocean-view, state park site! Jolly Roger was a good second choice though.
Blessings,
Steph
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