Cape Florida: lighthouse, beach and No Name Harbor
The southern tip of Key Biscayne: Miami's oldest structure, a long beach and a sheltered harbour where boats anchor for the sunset.
Photo: Greater Miami CVB
Distance
1.3 km
Time
About 1 hour one way with the lighthouse climb
Difficulty
Easy – sandy and paved paths
Start
Cape Florida Lighthouse, Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, 1200 S Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne
Past
The Cape Florida Lighthouse (first built 1825) and keeper's cottage, The beach facing the Atlantic and the Stiltsville houses offshore, Tree-lined trails through the park, No Name Harbor, for sunset and the Boater's Grill
Season
Park open 08:00 to sundown all year; lighthouse tours 10:00–12:00, closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Entry $8 per vehicle or $2 on foot or bike.
With children
Lighthouse climbers must be at least 42 inches (106 cm) tall and able to climb on their own; bikes for hire; free beach wheelchairs at the bike rental (Florida State Parks, Greater Miami CVB).
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