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Also known as: Diving Capital of the World
Key Largo is a world-famous island and unincorporated resort community located in the northernmost section of the Florida Keys archipelago in Monroe County. Known as the 'Diving Capital of the World,' it is the first and longest island encountered when traveling down the Overseas Highway from the Florida mainland. Geographically, Key Largo is bordered by the Florida Bay to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, placing it immediately adjacent to the unique Florida Reef tract. The island's rich history is intertwined with wreck salvaging, pineapple farming, and Hollywood film lore. Today, it stands as an international epicenter for marine conservation, eco-tourism, and legendary offshore diving, housing America's very first underwater state park.
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Suggested stay: 2–3 days
Scuba dive or snorkel among vibrant marine life at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, see the famous underwater Christ of the Abyss statue, kayak through protected mangrove creeks, and swim with dolphins at local marine centers.
