Insiders' Guide® to Florida Keys & Key West by Juliet Gray

Author:Juliet Gray
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781493031382
Publisher: Globe Pequot Press
Published: 2018-01-01T16:00:00+00:00

THE FLORIDA KEYS

Marinas

All marinas listed in this chapter take transient boaters, but we suggest you make reservations at least a month in advance from Dec through Mar. Most marinas have stores or are within walking distance of a convenience market. The marinas keep an active list of expert marine mechanics who are generally on call. We highlight fuel dock facilities and availability of laundry, showers, and restrooms. We also point out restaurants and the hot spots for partying while ashore. Dockmasters monitor VHF channel 16, but they will ask you to switch channels once you have established contact. They will give you detailed directions to the marinas.

ISLAMORADA MARINA, MM 80.5 Bayside, 80461 Overseas Hwy., Islamorada, FL 33036; (305) 664-8884; islamoradamarina.com. Facing Florida Bay, the location of Islamorada Marina provides clear passage into the flats and bay of the Florida Keys, Everglades National Park, and the Atlantic Ocean. This sprawling marina has storage racks to accommodate up to 200 boats ranging from 15 to 35 feet in length. Committed to constantly improving, the owners have undergone several construction projects to ensure that customers have the most satisfying experience possible. Boat maintenance and repair services are available, as well as competitively priced gas and diesel. If you are looking to fish, kayak, or just sit back and slow down for a bit, this marina is for you.

THE MARINA CLUB AT BACKWATER SOUND, MM 104 Bayside, 103950 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo, FL 33037; (305) 453-0081; marinaclubkeylargo.com. The future of boat storage is deeded rackominiums, and the Marina Club at Backwater Sound has plenty of options for those seeking these state-of-the-art dry racks. This club is in an ideal location and offers several amenities, including showers, a lounge, fuel, boat care, restaurant, Wi-Fi access, concierge, diving, and spa services.

MARINA DEL MAR RESORT & MARINA, MM 100 Oceanside, 527 Caribbean Dr., Key Largo, FL 33037; (305) 453-7171 or (305) 451-4107; marinadelmarkeylargo.com. Plan ahead if you want to stay at one of the 77 slips at the Marina Del Mar Marina, which lies within the underwater boundaries of John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and the Key Largo National Marine Sanctuary. Located on the largest deep sea marina in Key Largo, all but a select few are usually booked far in advance from Jan through Mar. Guests have access to 4 pools, 3 Jacuzzis, fitness center, tennis courts, shower and laundry facilities, on-site boat ramp, and continental breakfast for anyone staying on your boat. If you’re still hungry, grab a bite at Bogie’s Cafe or the Poolside Tiki Bar.

THE PILOT HOUSE MARINA, MM 99.5 Oceanside, 13 Seagate Blvd., Key Largo, FL 33037; (305) 747-4359 or (305) 393-3638 (after hours); pilothousemarina.com. This marina offers an array of services to boaters. Deep dockage with slips that can accommodate up to 85-foot-long boats, repairs for your boat, 30-, 50-, and 100-amp, restrooms, showers, laundry facilities, cable TV, Wi-Fi, bait for fishing, diesel, and gasoline are available. Enjoy the glass-bottomed tiki bar at the restaurant next door.

PLANTATION YACHT HARBOR MARINA, MM 87 Bayside, 87000 Overseas Hwy.

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