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Monroe County Parks & Beaches

Key West, Florida

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The John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, located in Monroe County, is the first undersea park in the United States, offering snorkeling and diving opportunities to explore vibrant coral reefs.

Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park in Key West not only offers beautiful beaches but also houses a pre-Civil War fort that played a significant role in the Spanish-American War.

Smathers Beach in Key West is renowned for its breathtaking sunset views, making it a popular spot for both locals and tourists.

The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum in Key West is surrounded by lush gardens and is home to over 40 polydactyl (six-toed) cats, descendants of Hemingway's own pet.

The National Key Deer Refuge on Big Pine Key is a sanctuary for the endangered Key deer, a species found only in the Florida Keys.

The Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum provides visitors with panoramic views of the island and insights into the life of lighthouse keepers in the 19th century.

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