Snorkeling in Florida...

The best snorkeling in Florida can be found from the spectacular living coral reefs in the Florida Keys, to the emerald green waters of the Panhandle! There are lots of great places in Florida to "get your float on"!

John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park: A must see if you’re going to the Keys... The park established in 1963, was the first undersea park created in the U.S. It was created along with the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary to protect and preserve the only living coral reef in the continental United States.

Take a snorkel only boat tour and enjoy the wonders of the reef (more than 40 varieties of coral). And if you’re not into getting wet, the park offers a Glass bottom boat tour on the Spirit of Pennekamp.

The park is also home to the Statue of Christ of the Abyss. This is one of the most famous underwater spots in the world. You may see some other visitors there too, like the Southern Sting Rays and Large Spotted Eagle Rays. Awesome sight to see!

For more info on boat tours, history of the park and great descriptions of the types of coral and wildlife visit: www.pennekamppark.com

Curry Hammock State Park…Marathon

Forth Zachary Taylor Historic State Park…Key West

Indian Key State Park…Islamorada

Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park…Islamorada

Long Key State Park …Long Key

While visiting our State Parks for some of best snorkeling in Florida, you can also enjoy their natural beauty and history. You might see historical forts, key deer, wading and shore birds, tropical fish, coral reefs and migrating birds. And did I mention the balmy breezes and amazing sunsets? Boy, I think I’m ready for a trip to the Keys, how about you?

Destin, Florida: Comes to mind when I think of snorkeling in the Gulf of Mexico…You can snorkel at the Destin Jetties and the Crystal Pier Pilings right off the sugary sand beaches. The emerald green waters are amazingly clear!

You’ll enjoy seeing the many types of sea life like Loggerhead turtles, stonecrabs, and many varieties of game and tropical fish.

The area offers many great boat charters that will take you on snorkeling tours.Visiting Destin is a great way to enjoy some of the best snorkeling in the Gulf of Mexico!

You can snorkel in the preserved ecosystem of Biscayne Bay near the city of Miami. Or, enjoy the pristine blue waters of Gasparilla Island State Park just south of Boca Grande (on the Gulf of Mexico).

Florida has something to offer for all who want to discover the beauty of our shorelines and waters!

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