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Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park

U.S. 1 at Mile Marker 78.5, P.O. Box 1052, Islamorada, FL 33036
305-664-2540
Ranked #6 of 20 attractions in Islamorada
4.0 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Type: State Parks
Most recent review
- 3 Apr 2012
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Senior Contributor
42 reviews 42 reviews
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012
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This state park is a jewel for those who appreciate history and the ecology of Florida. It is not easy to get to unless you have your own boat. We rented a two person kayak at the nearby Robbie's Marina for about fifty dollars. The other option is go via ferry at the cost of twenty dollars per person. However,... More

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Jacksonville, Florida
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5 reviews 5 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012
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Took about an hour from public boat ramp. Took a picnic lunch. Had the place to ourselves. Great destination. Be aware, park closed on Tues and Weds.

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Deer Isle, Maine
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2012
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Took glass-bottom boat ride to coral reefs,very nice. Weather was great,staff was young and good at their jobs,saw plenty of coral and fish.

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Grassy Key, Florida
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34 reviews 34 reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

The island is a piece of paradise. The ride out is great. The nature walks are great.

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Hollywood, Florida
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22 reviews 22 reviews
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012
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Take the walking tour it is worth it...no gift shops or swimming, or fishing but worth the trip...a walk back in time

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Austin, TX
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2011

We kayaked to the park (it's an island) and didn't experience any of the trails because we arrived at an awkward time - 10:30 a.m. - and visitors aren't allowed on the trails without a guide. That was disappointing. We just missed the 10:00 tour and didn't want to wait around for the 2:00 tour. We did see the house/immediate... More

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Atlanta, GA
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35 reviews 35 reviews
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 December 2011

We really enjoyed our visit to this historical island! Docking your boat is a breeze! I would recommend arriving in time for the guided tour of the island, since all of the trails are only accessible when escorted by the park ranger. Check out their website for tour times, closed Tues and Wed.

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Medford, New Jersey
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27 reviews 27 reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2011

If you have an opportunity to visit either with your own boat or the service, you won't be disappointed. It has a beautifully restored home, and there is a state park ranger there to fill give you history and answer your questions - but don't forget your bug spray!!!!!! If you can, throw on a long sleeved shirt and pants.... More

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Sarasota, Florida
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62 reviews 62 reviews
50 helpful votes 50 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2011
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There is so much history in the Keys and so much of it is hidden - you have to seek it out. The Florida Keys is not just about the Duval Crawl. This place is a little bit of history that is worth seeing. We went there by our own boat and tied up to the docks there.

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Titusville, Florida
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11 reviews 11 reviews
139 helpful votes 139 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2011
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Lignumvitae has a pretty coquina house and outbuildings, cannons, and other interesting features to see and the grounds are very pretty. Read up in the island's history before your visit to make it more meaningful, though there are some sign boards here and there. There are trails that circle the shoreline and cut through the woods, but we did not... More

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