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Promo KLVG 99621 Overseas Hwy (MM100) 305.451.0118 826 1 MIA Turnpike 95 e 2 KeyFL. LargoN Chamberrnpike Tu of Commerce 1-800-822-1088 www.KeyLargoChamber.org Av 836 FL. 1 Miami Atlantic Ocean 874 N Krome Palm Dr. Homestead 1 1 To FL Keys 328 S.E 1st. Ave. (US 1) Florida City, FL 33034 (305) 246-8488 Florida City (South of Fl. Turnpike) This is the official publication of the Legendary Key Largo Chamber of Commerce. For further information on lodging, attractions and visitor activities in the Key Largo area, call 305-451-1414 or 1-800-822-1088. This guide is published by the Legendary Key Largo Chamber of Commerce. Every All phone numbers are 305 area code unless otherwise noted. effort has been made to ensure accuracy; however, the Legendary Key Largo Chamber of Commerce shall not be held liable for any For more information and your errors or omissions. No part of this publication free gift, stop by the Florida Keys Area Code is 305 may be reproduced in any form whatsoever, Visitor Center, operated by the unless otherwise indicated. including electronic and Internet applications, Legendary Key Largo Chamber of Key Largo Population 18,528 without written permission from the publisher. Commerce and located at MM 106 Copyright 2013. as you enter Key Largo. Zip Codes: Key Largo 33037 Tavernier 33070 s you approach the first of the Florida of the area’s gray ghosts – the elusive AKeys, prepare for an incredible sight – Key bonefish, found on the shallow-water flats. Islamorada 33036 Largo, the Atlantic Ocean and Florida Bay Homestead 33030 from the top of the Jewfish Creek Bridge, Watersports abound for the adrenaline soaring 65 feet above the water. Welcome enthusiast and nature lover alike – rent to the island of Key Largo, where you can a Jet Ski or a kayak and chart your own kick off your shoes and leave the cares of course. Or leave the “driving” to any the world behind. of our qualified eco-tour operators, Cover image: Humphrey Bogart returns to Key Largo for the first-ever Humphrey who can show you manatees, brilliant Bogart Film Festival in May. Photo © mptvimages.com. The draw has always been the sea – its roseate spoonbills as they roost and soar beauty and its bounty sounding the overhead, pods of playful wild dolphins siren song. Clear waters beckon you to and more. explore the only living coral reefs in the For land-based enchantment, nature continental U.S. at John Pennekamp Coral trails at Pennekamp Park and Everglades Reef State Park. National Park offer a glimpse into South Florida’s unique hammock and marshland ecosystems. When night comes, island living means dining on fresh-caught seafood at a waterfront restaurant and then relaxing to the sounds of waves lapping softly at the shore or enjoying live entertainment at area venues. But don’t worry about a dress code – Key Largo is laid back and casual, even at its In 2010, Pennekamp – the first underwater most formal. However, if the urge to dress park in the United States – celebrated its up overcomes you, go for it! Virtually 50th anniversary. Be sure to check out anything goes here! the newly refurbished 30,000-gallon saltwater aquarium there. From first-class resorts and luxurious oceanfront estates, to charming beach Scuba diving and snorkeling the fragile bungalows to small boutique hotels, you’ll reef reveals a Technicolor explosion of find your own slice of paradise to call tropical fish and calming coral “gardens.” home. Visitors flock to the Christ of the Deep If island time fits the rhythm of your life, statue, which resides north of our newest Key Largo is sure to please, whether you diving attraction, the 510-foot U.S.S. choose to fill your days with activities or Spiegel Grove artificial reef. relax in the golden glow of one of our For fishermen, nothing beats the rewards spectacular sunsets. of a day spent hooking snapper, grouper Whether you’re here for a few days – or and amberjack or landing tarpon or one forever – we know you’ll enjoy your stay. Key Largo Chamber of Commerce 1-800-822-1088 www.KeyLargoChamber.org 3 GETTING AROUND TOWN Education Coral Shores High School • 89901 Old Highway, Tavernier 853-3222 Florida Keys Community College • 89901 Old Highway, Tavernier 852-8007 Key Largo Elementary/Middle School • 104801 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo 453-1255 Emergency Services Ambulance, Fire, Police 911 Mariners Hospital 434-3000 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission 289-2320 Key Largo Recompression Chamber • Emergencies 911 • Information 1-800-NO-BENDS Sheriff’s Office (non-emergency) 853-3211 U.S. Post Offices Licenses Key Largo 451-3155 Driver’s licenses 853-3562 Tavernier 853-1052 Fishing licenses 852-7150 Marriage licenses 853-7456 Utilities AT&T (telephone service): Monroe County From the US, outside FL1-800-753-0710 Building, Planning & Zoning 453-8800 Residential 888-757-6500 Clerk’s Office 853-7456 Business 866-620-6000 Code Enforcement 453-8806 Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority 853-1996 Key Largo Library 451-2396 Florida Keys Electric Co-op 852-2431 Tax Collector 852-7150 Homestead Gas Co. 451-4413 Voter Registration 453-8740 Keys Sanitary Service (solid waste) 451-2025 South Florida Water Management District AREA CODE IS 305 UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED 453-1275 4 Key Largo Chamber of Commerce 1-800-822-1088 www.KeyLargoChamber.org The road to Key Largo tempts with unique diversions. Tour the majestic River of Grass on a guided boat tour into Everglades National Park, skip across the waves on a WaveRunner® or fly high above the water on a romantic tandem parasail flight. Discover that man has more Photo © Christina Barber, Dolphin Cove All phone numbers are 305 area code unless otherwise noted. than one best friend as you play with dolphins. Watch a brilliant Coral Reef Park Co. Island Time Cruises. orange sun dip into the water on a MM 102.5 O/S. 451-6300. Concession MM 104 B/S. 453-0001. Island Time is a inside John Pennekamp Coral Reef State 78 ft Paddlewheel Riverboat offering daily sunset cruise. Parks offer a host of Park. Dive trips: 9:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. lunch and dinner cruises on the calm activities in Key Largo, including Snorkel trips: 9 a.m., noon, 3 p.m. Glass- waters of Blackwater Sound, bayside, the Jacobs Aquatic Center in the bottom boats: 9:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 3 p.m. Key Largo. Buffets, 2 full bars and sunset. Canoe, kayak and pedal boat rentals. Weddings, corporate & private charters. Key Largo Community Park. Dolphin Cove Research and Island Waves. Photo © Stephen Frink Photographic Airboat USA/Eco-Tours USA. Educational Center. MM 104 B/S behind Sundowners 9710 SW 328th St., Homestead. 247- MM 101.9 B/S. 451-4060 or 877-DOL-COVE. Restaurant. 877-904-8865. Thousand-foot keys. Half day tours daily 8 a.m. and 1 7469. Airboat, swamp buggy, Hummer or Structured and natural dolphin encounters. parasail rides, a 3-hour midday eco-cruise p.m. 2 to 2 ½ hour sunset paddle. Special Van safaris into the Everglades. Parties, Dolphins Plus. with beach time at Nest Key and a 1½-hour charters also available. weddings and special events. sunset cruise on a 45-foot catamaran. MM 100 O/S. 451-1993 or 866-860-7946. PADDLE! the Florida Keys. Dolphin orientation programs, sea lion Calypso Watersports and Charters. Jacobs Aquatic Center. MM 94.4 O/S. 434-5930. Stand-up programs. Key West and Key Largo. 896-8004 or MM 99.6 O/S, 320 Laguna Ave. 453-SWIM. paddleboard and kayak lessons/ rental/ 451-1988. Schooner Halie and Matthew Everglades Alligator Farm. 3-pool complex at Key Largo Community sales/service. Eco-tours. Delivery and pick- sails around the Lower Keys and Dry Florida City, 305-247-2628 or 800-644- Park. Includes a children’s water park and up from Key Largo to Upper Matecumbe. Tortugas. Luxury accommodations with 9711. Guided airboat tours featuring 25-meter competition pool. ADA accessible. private baths, fine dining in the galley. unspoiled Florida flora and fauna; alligator Smugglers Boat Tours. Key Largo Boat Rental. Day, overnight or week-long charters. and snake shows. MM 85.5 B/S. 240-3432. Family friendly Corporate and group event planning, MM 90.8 B/S at Tavernier Creek Marina. boat tours. Snorkeling at Alligator Light, weddings, special occasions and parties. Florida Bay Outfitters. 852-7300.