Location: Big Pine Key
Top Things to do in Big Pine Key
The 6 Best Nature & Parks in Big Pine Key, Florida (FL)
Big Pine Key Vacation Rental Big Pine Key and its neighboring islands are some of the most popular vacation destinations for families who want to rent a beachfront house or condo. The climate in this part of Florida is delightful and very similar to the warm and pleasant climates of the Caribbean. The crystal blue waters and the white sandy beaches in Big Pine Key make this an impressive location for your next vacation rental. Things to Do Big Pine Key is a fantastic place to come if you want to get away from all the troubles and stress of day-to-day life. The vacation houses and condos available here are designed for rest and relaxation. The main appeal of Big Pine Key is the tranquil environment and beautiful scenery. There are plenty of outdoor activities that you can enjoy when you’re not in your rental home, such as fishing, walking and biking, and seeking out wildlife. Many people visiting Big Pine Key enjoy getting out into the ocean for excellent snorkeling and diving. Looe Key is located approximately 7 miles off shore and provides the perfect location to see stunning sea life. It is widely regarded as one of the clearest and best reefs for snorkeling and diving in the Keys. Family Fun If you’re visiting Big Pine Key with children, there are numerous wonderful activities that will get them out of the rental home for the day. The Theater of the Sea and the National Key Deer Refuge are great options for the whole family. If you would like to spot some of the many alligators that reside in the area, then you should head to the Blue Hole. Delicious Dining in Big Pine Key If you’re staying in a vacation home in Big Pine Key, you may choose to dine in and enjoy a quiet intimate or pizza with the family. There are many local groceries where you can purchase fresh seafood and produce to prepare a meal in your condo or villa. However, if you do fancy a meal out, you can take a trip to Rob’s Island Grill, The Big Pine Restaurant, or The China Garden. All of these restaurants are local and provide culinary delights. Benefits of Big Pine Key Rentals Unlike a hotel, staying in a Big Pine Key vacation rental provides you with complete privacy and tranquility during your vacation. Enjoy the space and security you can get from your own beautiful rental home.
Restaurants in Big Pine Key
1. Bahia Honda State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,001 reviews
Reviewed By 212DeeDee - Kimbolton, United States
This is a must stop in the keys beautiful beach great snorkeling Nice gift shop really cool history and lots of fun.
2. National Key Deer Refuge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 671 reviews
Fourteen square mile natural habitat of white tailed Key deer.
Reviewed By 523glennm - Lake Wales, United States
The Welcome Center for the National Key Deer Refuge is tucked away in a corner of a shopping center just as you turn off of US-1 onto Key Deer Blvd. There is a wealth of information here regarding local wildlife. The Key Deer Bookstore is a small corner of the welcome center, but there are some really good books available here. There are four wildlife refuges in the Keys, and this is the welcome center for all of them, including the Key Deer. Allow enough time to hear the interesting information the volunteers have to impart. Joyce and Nancy were both bubbling over with useful and fascinating info. After visiting the welcome center, drive down to the Blue Hole and you may be lucky enough to spot one of the resident gators, or maybe even some of the tiny deer wandering in and out of the bushes along the road. Don’t miss this!
3. Jack C. Watson Nature Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Walsh13k - Saratoga Springs, United States
A perfect way to explore, experience a little of the Florida Keys. Only 2/3 mile long, well paved, excellent guide signs and just plain lovely. If you're lucky you'll see key deer, various colorful birds and maybe an alligator. A very nice way to enjoy the outdoors in the Keys.
4. Blue Hole
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 510 reviews
Key deer, alligators and fish gather at this watering hole, formerly a limestone quarry, where fresh water is layered over salt water.
Reviewed By G8829XBericg
Heard about this from my uncle. It is a quick cool little place to go to. Google it directions are easy. You turn north at the light in Big Pine Key the road goes straight or you can go off to the left. So you go to the left and you drive about 4 or 5 minutes and the GPS will tell you to turn left and then right and you would park on the side of the road and you would step over a fence rail or if you ignore the GPS and go another 100 ft there is a parking lot on the left with some nature signage. You can walk to the right but does not go far less than 100 feet. If you go to the left it would be sweet wrap around to the other spot the GPS took you and in the middle there is a lookout deck along with some more informative signage. Standing on the deck I looked down at the water and there was an alligator about 6 ft long and to my left on top of a rock was another 6 ft alligator. Felt very safe but they are out in the nature with no fencing or barriers to keep them contain it is a natural area with a small deck. I would recommend not poking throwing or feeding anything to the alligators. You could easily Park walk to the deck see the alligators and then go back to your car in less than 10 minutes or walk the shore Trail and spend another 10 minutes and if you would like to read all the signs add more time for that. While you're driving keep an eye out for the Big Pine Key Deer we saw two of them on the side of the road and also a three-foot-long iguana on the main road also a rooster at the CVS on top of a metal box near the main entrance.
5. Calusa Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By mlee89 - Santa Rosa Beach, United States
Although much damage was received by Hurricane Irma this is still a beautiful spot if you have a respect for nature. It is a smaller beach so it can get crowded during the winter and on holiday weekends. Nice temporary restrooms are available for your use, and the concession is starting to operate again. I always enjoy visiting here and it's a great place to catch the sunset with the historic Bahia Honda Railroad Bridge.
6. Long Beach
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 15 reviews
