Sunset Key Beach: Private Island Paradise Near Key West (2026)
A guide to Sunset Key beach - the exclusive private-island paradise off Key West, how to reach it as a cottage guest or Latitudes diner, and what to expect.
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Beaches
Key West beaches compared: Fort Zachary Taylor, Smathers, Higgs and Bahia Honda, with what each costs, where to park and which suit swimming.
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Key West Sargassum Season: Seaweed Forecast and Cleanest Beaches
What sargassum is, when it hits Key West, which beaches collect it and which stay clean, how to read the USF and NOAA forecasts, health advice for rotting seaweed, and how to plan a summer trip around it.
Key West Beach Gear Rentals: Chairs, Umbrellas, and More (2026)
A guide to Key West beach gear rentals — chairs, umbrellas, paddleboards, kayaks, snorkel and baby gear, with where to rent, delivery options and approximate prices.
Best Beaches Near Key West: Day Trip Beach Guide (2026)
The best beaches near Key West for a day trip — Bahia Honda, Sombrero Beach, the Dry Tortugas and more, with distances, tips and how to plan a Keys beach road trip.
Dog Beach Key West: Pet-Friendly Beach Guide (2026)
Everything to know about Dog Beach Key West — the only beach where dogs swim off-leash, its hidden location by Louie's Backyard, rules and tips.
Rest Beach Key West: A Quiet Escape Guide (2026)
A guide to Rest Beach Key West — a quiet, dune-backed escape by the White Street Pier with free parking, a beachfront yoga deck and crowd-free sunsets.
Higgs Beach Key West: Activities, Amenities, and Tips (2026)
Everything to know about Higgs Beach Key West — snorkeling, piers, the dog park, AIDS Memorial, rentals, free parking and how to make the most of a visit.
Fort Zachary Taylor Beach: Complete Visitor Guide (2026)
Visit Fort Zachary Taylor Beach with this 2026 guide: park hours, fees, the Civil War fort tour, snorkeling from the beach, and sunset tips.
Smathers Beach Key West: Complete Visitor Guide (2026)
Visit Smathers Beach Key West with this complete 2026 guide: parking, sargassum timing, watersports rentals, food trucks, sunrise tips, and what to bring.
Key West Beaches Guide: Best Beaches and What to Expect
Quick takeaways Set expectations: Key West beaches are small, and the sand is imported — people come for the warm, clear water and the vibe, not wide powder…