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Cape Florida State Park is a very picturesque beach at the southern tip of Key Biscayne. First discovered by Ponce de Leon while on a Spanish expedition to the new world in 1513, proclaimed this spit of land as “Cape of Florida” , for years after its discovery, Cape Florida was known for many shipwrecks and violent storms in the uncharted waters surrounding the cape. In 1821 with Florida becoming a territory of the United States, one of the first action by the Government was to construct a lighthouse. Today Cape Florida State Park is home to Florida’s oldest structure, Cape Florida State Park Lighthouse was constructed in 1835.
Cape Florida State Park has taken on the name of Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Recreation Area, named after Bill Baggs, late editor of The Miami News newspaper a major opponent against development of the island. After hurricane Andrew devastated the area in 1992, Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Recreation Area has been going through a restoration program to restore natural vegetation to the island. Photo by mebesaturday
Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Recreation Area is bounded by the Atlantic Ocean to the east providing over a mile of white sand beaches, to the west are the protected waters of Biscayne Bay.
Today the park offers visitors the natural beauty of the area. Biking trails, camping, canoeing and fishing add to the activities that go along with the clear blue waters and white sand beaches .Whether you’re looking for a relaxing day at the beach, a visit to the Florida’s historic lighthouse or an afternoon of biking or fishing, then Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Recreation area can offer visitors a terrific, Florida outdoor experience
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Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Recreation Area Details
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Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Recreation Area
1200 S. Crandon Blvd.
Key Biscayne, Florida 33149
305/361-5811
http://www.floridastateparks.org/capeflorida/default.cfm
Beach Attraction: Beaches, Swimming, Walking and Running Trails, Fishing, Canoeing and Kayaking.
Lifegaurd and Beach Patrol: Yes
Food: Concession Stands, Restaurants nearby in Key Biscayne Village
The Light House Cafe, casual oceanfront dining.
Rentals:Beach Chairs, Umbrellas and Water sport Rentals
Restroom: Shower and Restrooms available
Picnic Area: 18 Picnic Pavilions rent from $100.00 to $150.00 Barbecue Grills available
Parking:Admission Fee:$5.00 per vehicle, including up to 8 visitors.
Single-occupant vehicle = $3.00.
$1.00 each per bicycle/individual walk-in
Click To Open Park Map
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