Lower Keys, FL
Travel Guide
![Big Pine Key featuring a river or creek, a bay or harbor and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/63000/63852-Big-Pine-Key.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Big Pine Key which includes forest scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/63000/63851-Big-Pine-Key.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Big Pine Key which includes views and a lake or waterhole as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/63000/63853-Big-Pine-Key.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Big Pine Key featuring signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/63000/63840-Big-Pine-Key.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Big Pine Key showing mangroves](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/63000/63848-Big-Pine-Key.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Visit Lower Keys
Where to stay in Lower Keys
![Sugarloaf Shores featuring a bay or harbor](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/498000/498222-sugarloaf-key.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Sugarloaf Shores
While Sugarloaf Shores isn't home to many top sights, Florida Keys Beaches and Sugarloaf Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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Cutthroat Harbor Estates
While Cutthroat Harbor Estates isn't home to many top sights, Venture Out Keys and Upper Sugarloaf Key are some notable places to visit nearby.
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Cudjoe Gardens
When in Cudjoe Gardens, you can plan a visit to Upper Sugarloaf Key and Venture Out Keys, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
![#TroveOn
A couple miles north of Key West, on the right is Boca Chica Rd, follow that road as far as you can and you'll get to the beach at Geiger Key. The road comes to an abrupt stop, the rest of it was destroyed in a hurricane years ago but you can park there and walk out. The beach is secluded and quiet, except when the Navy is holding flight practices. The planes are so close, you can see the pilots!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d934db2dcfb485b8f0fbe4f4233b2fcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Geiger Key
While there might not be top attractions in Geiger Key, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Boca Chica Beach and Boca Chica Nude Beach.
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Sands
Though Sands might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Big Pine Key Flea Market and Calusa Beach.
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Long Beach Estates
While visiting Long Beach Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Florida Keys Beaches and Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve.
![Old Wooden Bridge Resort and Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17110000/17102400/17102343/bee23682_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 2 February 2025
![Old Florida Style, wrap around porch, boat basin for dockage, open water](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73240000/73238500/73238458/21ae09eb_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 19 January 2025
![34’ Catamaran Sailboat](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76500000/76498000/76498000/da31b296_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 20 January 2025
Popular places to visit
![Bahia Honda State Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/cec4da20c1657fb33ea4a64f37b7cae3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Bahia Honda State Park
Explore the great outdoors at Bahia Honda State Park, a lovely green space in Big Pine Key. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
![Bahia Honda State Park, Beach at the Campground, view to the new Bridge.
If you like to get a spot here for your RV, you have to book up to 8 months in advance.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4bc6217735dc62f731784cf8e13d1a3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Calusa Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Calusa Beach during your trip to Big Pine Key? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
![Boca Chica Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/fede60ddb7924d24b4b532bf052c6c06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Boca Chica Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Boca Chica Beach during your trip to Key West? Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its lively bars.
![Shark Key](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/365e6992021787c1f2dc194388bc949a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Shark Key
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Shark Key during your travels in Key West. In the area, take in the great live music and beautiful sunsets.
![Upper Sugarloaf Sound](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/af14aeab02ccec9dbe12aecc266935ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Upper Sugarloaf Sound
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Upper Sugarloaf Sound during your travels in Summerland Key.
Boca Chica Nude Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Boca Chica Nude Beach during your trip to Key West? Discover the area's lively festivals, or seek out its biking trails.