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Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
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Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
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America
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1200 Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149, United States
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About Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
The Florida State Park offers a look into the cultural and historical essence of Florida. Visitors come to the park to sunbathe, swim and picnic on the Atlantic beachfront. It is an ideal spot for families and those that would rather prefer less-crowded places to have fun and explore.
Some Lesser Known Facts About Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
- Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park is the home of a historic lighthouse that was built in the year 1825 and reconstructed in 1846. It is one of the oldest buildings in the region. It takes 109 steps to the top of the lighthouse and offers a captivating view.
- Popular activities one can participate in include hiking, paddling, swimming, fishing, boat camping, biking, etc.
- It is said that "Cape Florida", or "the Cape of Florida," was named by explorer Ponce de Leon during the first Spanish expedition to Florida in 1513.
- The beach is ranked 7th on the list of "Top 10 Beaches in America" by Dr. Stephen Leatherman, aka "Dr. Beach".
- The park occupies an area of 442 acres on the southern tip of the island of Key Biscayne. It is named after Bill Baggs, a civil rights champion. He made efforts to protect the land from development and to preserve some of the keys in its natural state until his death in the year 1969.
- In recent years, the park has undergone extensive restoration. This includes the barrier island ecosystem, 350 acres of mangrove swamp, maritime hammock, as well as coastal strand communities.
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