The Top 6 Natural Monuments in Monroe County
Monroe County’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 6
beautiful natural monuments in Monroe County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
beautiful natural monuments in Monroe County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
Last updated: November 13, 2025
Fort Zachary Taylor State Park
Highlight • Beach
The even bigger highlight next to the fort is the beach with great snorkeling opportunities, shady benches, BBQ facilities and (during our visit) manatee sightings:
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Historic Kapok Tree on Whitehead Street
Highlight • Natural Monument
This kapok tree is located at 502 Whitehead St. and has become a popular landmark in the community. The tree is estimated to be over 100 years old and its trunk circumference is over 9 meters.
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Three Snail Hammock Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Tree Snail Hammock Trail is one of the hidden gems in Big Cypress National Preserve, located along Loop Road, just across from the Everglades Environmental Center. This quarter-mile interpretive …
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Dry Tortugas National Park
Highlight • Natural Monument
Dry Tortugas, Key West, Florida 🇺🇸
Dry Tortugas National Park, a remote cluster of islands located 70 miles west of Key West, Florida, offers a truly unique escape into a …
Dry Tortugas National Park, a remote cluster of islands located 70 miles west of Key West, Florida, offers a truly unique escape into a …
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Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park
Highlight • Natural Monument
Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park, a former quarry, offers a glimpse into the Florida Keys' history. Henry Flagler's Overseas Railroad, built in the early 1900s, relied on its …
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Bahia Honda State Park Campground
Highlight • Rest Area
Typical American state park campground with grill and water on site. Fantastic starry sky at night, great bathing opportunities. floridastateparks.org/camping
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