What is the clearest beach in Key West?

For The Clearest Beaches Visit Fort Zachary Taylor Beach
  • Shallow and clear waters.
  • Great snorkeling right off the beach.
  • State park and National Historic Monument.
  • Historic reenactments performed monthly.
  • Entrance fees for admission however, parking is free.
  • Handicap accessible, free beach wheelchairs available.




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Key West. Those two words often bring about images of parties on Duval Street, incredible restaurants serving fresh seafood, and, of course, stunning beaches. The white sand that gives way to perfectly clear blue waters is the stuff that island dreams are made of.

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10 Best Beaches in Florida Keys
  • Dry Tortugas National Park.
  • Sombrero Beach.
  • Zachary Taylor State Park Beach.
  • Higgs Beach.
  • C.B. Harvey Rest Beach.
  • John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park.
  • Sunset Park Beach.
  • Anne's Beach.


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The Best Beaches In Key West
  • 1) Dry Tortugas & Fort Jefferson. To many, this secluded cluster of islands 70 miles west of Key West is home to the most beautiful beach in the Florida Keys. ...
  • 2) Fort Zachary Taylor. ...
  • 3) Smathers Beach. ...
  • 4) Higgs Beach. ...
  • 5) Bahia Honda State Park.


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While Key Largo is undoubtedly the prettiest of all the Florida Keys, it's also one that's home to plenty of activities for the avid beachgoer. With scenic views like this, it would be tough not to fall in love with such a beachside beauty!

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Key West beaches are similar to The Bahamas, with white sand, coral rocks, and shallow turquoise water with tropical fish right off shore.

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The majority of the best beaches in Key West are found on the south side of the island facing the Atlantic Ocean. So the water is a bit chilly to be honest.

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If you're looking for the quintessential Florida Keys experience - Key Largo is your best bet. If you're looking for eclectic entertainment, spirited bars, and parties that roll all night long - Key West is certainly for you.

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10 Best Towns and Villages to Visit in the Florida Keys
  • Dry Tortugas.
  • Calusa Beach.
  • Key Colony Beach.
  • Marathon.
  • Anne's Beach.
  • Bahia Honda Key.
  • Long Key State Park.
  • Coco Plum Beach.


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A true taste of paradise, the area is famed for its beautiful coastline, crystal clear water, and tropical climate.

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You can also swim and enjoy other water sports like windsurfing and snorkeling as well as kayaking and paddleboarding in the clear, clean water inhabited by tropical fish.

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Unlike beaches elsewhere that are made up mostly of pulverized coral, Siesta Beach's sand is 99% quartz, most of which comes from the Appalachian Mountains. Over time the feldspar and mica have been removed from the rock, leaving almost pure quartz.

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Another reason the beaches of Siesta Key stay cool is that its primary ingredient, quartz, is a type of crystal. Crystals are conductors that serve to disperse heat, which is why they are used to prevent overheating in cellphones and computers. This helps to explain why the sand in Southwest Florida isn't hot.

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Key West beaches are similar to The Bahamas, with white sand, coral rocks, and shallow turquoise water with tropical fish right off shore.

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The best time to visit Key West is December through April. In winter, the island rewards visitors with mild temperatures averaging highs in the mid-seventies (about 24?), sunny days, and little rainfall. The average high temperature rises only about five degrees during March and April, and precipitation remains low.

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