Beaches
Swimming
Sombrero Beach
A free, shaded, sandy municipal beach in the middle Keys with calm shallow water, a playground and real palm-tree shade.
Ages
1–18+
Cost
Free
Duration
~3h
Difficulty
Easy
Setting
On the water
Sombrero is the middle Keys’ family beach and it is free, which in this stretch of Florida is worth saying twice. The sand is soft, the water stays shallow a long way out, and unlike most Keys beaches there are mature palms giving genuine shade over the picnic tables. There is a playground, clean restrooms and a volleyball court. Loggerhead turtles nest along here in summer, and marked nests appear on the sand. It is a good midpoint stop breaking up the drive between Key Largo and Key West.
Stroller Friendly
Pricing
Free
Common Questions
- How much does Sombrero Beach cost?
- Sombrero Beach is free to visit. Free
- What ages is Sombrero Beach good for?
- Sombrero Beach is best for kids ages 1 to 18+.
- Is Sombrero Beach stroller friendly?
- Yes, Sombrero Beach is stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Sombrero Beach?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Sombrero Beach.
- How hard is Sombrero Beach?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 3 hours.
- Is Sombrero Beach free?
- Yes, Sombrero Beach is free!
- What should I bring to Sombrero Beach?
- Towels, sunscreen, picnic - there is no concession on site
- How long does Sombrero Beach take?
- Most families spend about 3 hours at Sombrero Beach.
- When is the best time to visit Sombrero Beach?
- Anytime. Shade under the palms makes midday manageable.