John Pennekamp State Park

Mile Marker 105, Key Largo, Florida 33037 USA

Budget

Independent
Credit Cards
Accepted
Pet Friendly
Not Wheelchair
Accessible
Public
Restrooms

No Longer Maintained

This location is no longer maintained in Roadtrippers. Please confirm location details before visiting.

“America's first undersea park”

Established in 1963, John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park was the first undersea park created in the United States. The park, combined with the adjacent Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, encompasses 178 nautical square miles of coral reefs, seagrass beds and mangrove swamps. These areas were established to protect and preserve the only living coral reef in the continental United States.

Activities:

CAMPING: 47 full-facility sites for both tent and RV campers are available. Restrooms and hot showers are easily accessible. Call 1-800-326-3521.

Dive Shop-SCUBA Tours: (305)-451-6322 or (877) PARK DIVE (877-727-5348)

FISHING: Fishing is allowed only in designated areas in accordance with Florida law. Saltwater fishing licenses are required. Spearfishing and collecting of tropical fish is prohibited inside the park.

SWIMMING: Three areas are designated for swimming, including Canon Beach, which features remnants of an early Spanish shipwreck 100 feet offshore.

PICNICKING: Designated areas are located throughout the park. Barbeque grills are provided. No ground fires are permitted. To rent a pavillion, call 1-305-451-1202.