Florida Keys Map

About Florida Keys Map

Expore the map of Florida Keys showing interstate highways, US highways, other principle highways, railroads, cities, keys, airports, beaches, forests, and national parks.

Major Islands of Florida Keys

S.N.	Notable Islands
1	Adams Key
2	Bahia Honda Key
3	Big Coppitt Key
4	Big Pine Key
5	Boca Chica Key
6	Boca Chita Key
7	Boot Key
8	Conch Key
9	Craig Key
10	Crawl Key
11	Cudjoe Key
12	Dry Tortugas
13	Duck Key
14	East Rockland Key
15	Elliott Key
16	Fat Deer Key
17	Fiesta Key
18	Fleming Key
19	Geiger Key
20	Grassy Key
21	Indian Key
22	Indian Key Fill
23	Key Largo
24	Key West
25	Knights Key
26	Knockemdown Key
27	Lignumvitae Key
28	Little Duck Key
29	Little Torch Key
30	Loggerhead Key
31	Long Key
32	Long Point Key
33	Lower Matecumbe Key
34	Lower Sugarloaf Key
35	Marquesas Keys
36	Middle Torch Key, Big Torch Key
37	Missouri Key
38	No Name Key
39	Ohio Key
40	Old Rhodes Key
41	Park Key
42	Pigeon Key
43	Plantation Key
44	Raccoon Key
45	Ragged Keys
46	Ramrod Key
47	Reid Key
48	Rockland Key
49	Rodriguez Key
50	Rubicon Keys
51	Saddlebunch Keys
52	Sands Key
53	Scout Key
54	Shark Key
55	Shelter Key
56	Sigsbee Park
57	Soldier Key
58	Stock Island
59	Sugarloaf Key
60	Summerland Key
61	Sunset Key
62	Tavernier Key
63	Tea Table
64	Totten Key
65	Upper Matecumbe Key
66	Vaca Key
67	Windley Key
68	Wisteria Island

About Florida Keys

The Florida Keys are a coral cay archipelago, off the southern coast of Florida, running about 125 miles from Key Largo to Key West and the uninhabited Dry Tortugas. This island chain is connected to the mainland by the Overseas Highway, which has 42 bridges and the longest is the Seven Mile Bridge. The Keys are divided into five main regions: Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, the Lower Keys, and Key West, which are culturally and naturally different.

For thousands of years the Florida Keys have been inhabited, the Calusa and Tequesta, native peoples, being the earliest known. In the 16th century, Spanish explorers arrived, and the islands were used for shipping and fishing strategies. Key West was economically on the rise in the 19th century, with wrecking, sponging and cigar manufacturing becoming major industries. The region was further transformed by the completion of Henry Flagler's Overseas Railroad in 1912, but a devastating hurricane in 1935 virtually destroyed much of the rail line, and the modern Overseas Highway was built.

The climate of the Florida Keys is tropical—warm temperatures throughout the year, and a clear wet and dry season. The temperature is about 70 °F in winter and 90 °F in summer. Because the Keys are located near the water, the Keys are very prone to hurricanes, with notable storms like Hurricane Irma in 2017 causing a lot of damage. Nonetheless, the area is a major tourist attraction because of its clear waters, coral reefs, and marine life.

The economy of the Florida Keys is primarily driven by tourism, which brings in millions of visitors every year. The main features are water-based, such as snorkelling, diving, fishing, and boating. The Florida Reef, the third largest coral reef system in the world is not only an interesting attraction but also an important part of the ecosystem. The Keys also include state and national parks like Dry Tortugas National Park and John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. Other major contributors to the local economy include commercial fishing for spiny lobster and stone crab, and the hospitality industry, which creates thousands of jobs.

The Florida Keys are also popular for their cultural influence which is based on the Bahamian, Cuban, and maritime cultures. Key West has particularly developed a reputation as a laid back sort of place with historic architecture and an artistic community. The most famous event in the region is Fantasy Fest, a 10 day parade of costumed revelers and live entertainment. Another historical site that attracts literary enthusiasts and history buffs is Hemingway House, which was once the home of author Ernest Hemingway.

Due to rising sea levels, coral bleaching, and habitat degradation, environmental conservation is a critical issue in the Florida Keys. The Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, which covers over 2,900 square nautical miles of protected waters, are part of efforts to protect marine life. Local organizations and government agencies work to restore coral reefs, reduce pollution and promote sustainable tourism practices.