One of America's fantastic parks in Key Largo, Florida

The park is home to our wonderful coral reefs off the coast of Key Largo.  They are not swimming distance- must take a boat.  The John Pennecamp’s facilities include a beach: still fun to snorkel around the rocks but no substitution for getting out to the reef; a boardwalk trail through mangroves: no substitute for getting out into the creeks with a paddle board or kayak; kayak and motor boat rentals, place for picnicking, glass bottom boat and snorkel tours of the coral reefs.  If you wear glasses for distance, bring them if you plan on taking the glass bottom boat.  You can camp via tent or motor home, however, you can often rent a vacation rentals, for just a bit more money.      When friends or family come to visit, it is a destination we take them too. Although, living on the Key Largo bay side, we have access to beautiful waters and mangroves for kayaking too, the coral reef is where you will find the tropical fish and coral reef.    Plan on at least 4-5 hours in order to visit the reef and enjoy the nature walks.  Because the weather can be beautiful it may not be great for snorkeling out on the reef, so its always best to check first and try to get your coral reef visit in early.   There are many snorkel/dive shops in Key Largo that are also a good option for your snorkel trip.  The captains all know the weather conditions and the better reefs to visit on what days.  However,  at John Pennecamp it is more like one stop 'shopping' and is a destination that should not be missed if you are coming anywhere near the Florida Keys!