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Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park

Mile Marker 84.5, Windley Key, Islamorada, FL 33036
305-664-2540
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Ranked #8 of 19 attractions in Islamorada
Type: Geologic Formations, Parks, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Activities: Hiking
Description: Nature trails and fossilized coral reefs are the highlights of this park.
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cape cod
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Very interesting place to visit. This is an out of the way park and you feel like you are away from it all. It makes a very nice morning walk.

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Melbourne, FLA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

We had a nice walk through a few of the trails today. There were some weird flying bugs which stay close to the ground, but they didn't bother us. Good thing because there were hundreds of them. The coral walls are fascinating. Great place if you like getting out for a walk. Check out my photos (#11 and 12).

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2013

fun little taste of quiet amongst the high energy Keys spots. Interesting to look at the geology and the practical use of coral in quarries.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2013

Henry Flagler's stamp on Islamorada. Can see fossilized rock formation. Clearly identified self-guided tours with guided tours available. Diverse plant life.

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Islamorada, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 22, 2013

This place has limited hours it's open and even more limited tour opportunities but it's definitely worth it to learn a bit about the history and the flora and fauna of the area. Really informative and you can't beat it for the reasonable price!

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South Carolina USA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2013

I went with a group on Thursday. There was no charge for us to go into the park and there was a basket near the Education Center that had very nice guidebooks on loan. Walked about and enjoyed the history, the amazing fossilized coral, and the plants. Saw everything in a leisurely manner in about 90 minutes. Beware the Poisonwood... More

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Colorado Springs
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 14, 2013

Good place for families with kids---area's geologic history explained with a walking tour with several trails -- good to let the kids burn off some energy. Some areas not wheelchair accessible.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 7, 2013

Wonderful little state park on your way down the keys. The trails are well marked and wind through the hardwood hammocks and three quarries. Eventually one of the trails will end up in an area with a view of the Florida Bay. On the trails,you'll see plenty of mangroves, gumbo limbo and poison wood and other trees that make up... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2013 via mobile

We expected this would be a quick stop before heading to the beach but found it to be very interesting entertaining and educational. You must take the guided tour. It is only a hour long but you can learn so much from the guide it far surpasses the $3 price. This is the best value in the Keys. The knowledge... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 29, 2012

We were not sure what to expect on arrival at the park as had found very little about it in the guides. At the entrance we grabbed one of the self-guides and began our walking tour of the park. A number of routes are available to follow and in our 2 hour trip we managed to cover a fair portion... More

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