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Key Biscayne / Bill Baggs State Park A barrier island just south of Miami with state-park beaches, a historic lighthouse, and nature trails.
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Who it's worth it for
Travellers on a budget If you've only got a day Families with kids Couples Solo travellers Nature lovers Anyone here to unwind Photographers Worth it for travellers on a budget, if you've only got a day and families with kids.
Why we say this
Insider secrets & local vibes Calmer water, fewer crowds, an 1825 lighthouse to climb and nature trails make it the antidote to South Beach.
Not independently verified — estimated Skyline views across the bay and a quiet, natural beach reward the trip out.
Not independently verified — estimated You need a car and pay both the Rickenbacker Causeway toll and a park entry fee.
Not independently verified — estimated Amenities are sparse compared with the busy main beaches.
Not independently verified — estimated What it feels like
Reading the room, traveller by traveller As a couple
A peaceful natural beach day with the lighthouse and skyline views as a backdrop.
With kids
Calm water, the lighthouse climb and trails make a solid family outing.
Solo
A quiet escape for walking, the lighthouse and uncrowded sand.
Good to know
Before you go Cost
Park entry ~$8/car + causeway toll
Best time Morning to claim a calm beach spot and climb the lighthouse before the heat.
Getting there Via the Rickenbacker Causeway (toll); a car is essentially required.
Booking Park entry ~$8/car at the gate.
Accessibility Beach boardwalk and main areas accessible; lighthouse climb is stairs only. Alternatives
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Check availability → Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park sits at the southern tip of Key Biscayne; its Cape Florida Lighthouse, first built 1825 and rebuilt 1846, is the oldest standing structure in Miami-Dade County. floridastateparks.org ↗ Visitors can climb the lighthouse's 109 spiral steps for views of the Atlantic, Stiltsville and the Miami skyline. floridastateparks.org ↗ 🛡️ Independent — no pay-to-rank🔎 Graded for who you are✓ Verified 2026-06-17How we grade →