• What is Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park known for?
    • Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park is a gorgeous Florida state park on the island of Key Largo, spanning approximately 70 nautical square miles off the island's Atlantic Ocean coastline. The park was the first underwater park established in the United States and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
  • What activities can visitors enjoy at Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park?
    • Visitors can explore the reefs via snorkeling and scuba diving excursions or view them up-close via glass-bottom boating tours offered by the park throughout the year.
  • What is available at the park's visitor center?
    • The park's visitor center is home to a 30,000-gallon saltwater aquarium, along with a wide variety of natural history exhibits on the park's ecosystems.
  • What other activities are available at Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park?
    • Canoeing and kayaking are popular throughout the year, and the park is also known as a top south Florida fishing destination.
  • What beaches can visitors explore at the park?
    • Two manmade beaches are showcased at the park, including popular snorkeling site Cannon Beach and relaxing, secluded Far Beach.

102601 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037, Phone: 305-451-6300, Map

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