Florida Keys BeachesA Florida Keys resort makes a great home base for enjoying Florida Keys beaches. In much of the Keys, the offshore reef prevents the formation of sandy beaches. However, Bahia Honda State Park, at Mile Marker 37, offers fine sandy beaches and excellent swimming in the Atlantic Ocean and Florida Bay.At Bahia Honda, vacationers who stay in | Florida Keys accommodations | can explore the nature trail, bicycle along three and a half miles of hard surface paths, rent an ocean kayak, or head out on a snorkeling excursion to the reef at Looe Key, located 12 miles offshore. Other facilities at Bahia Honda State Park include a boat ramp, marina, dive shop, gift shop, snack bar, bath house, and restrooms. The park is open daily from 8:00 a.m. until sunset, but park buildings and concessions close at 5:00 p.m.Florida Keys rentals | is Sombrero Beach, located at Mile Marker 50 in Marathon (heading southbound, turn left on Sombrero Blvd. at the K-Mart shopping center). Sombrero Beach offers swimming and snorkeling, a small playground, and limited picnic facilities. Pets are permitted. There are no concessions or equipment rentals.Florida Keys Vacation Rentals | Marathon Vacation Rentals | Florida Vacation Rentals | Return to Vacation Guides Home |