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CRANDON PARK BEACH
What this beach
lacks in pizzazz it makes up for in reliability. Crandon Park's beautiful
two-mile beach is consistently named among the top ten beaches in the
nation. Numerous picnic tables, showers and restrooms adorn a park-like
setting before actually stumbling across the sand. But once you are there,
you sun worshippers will love the long stretches of soft sand perfect for
spreading the towel out and soaking up the sun abound. There are also oodles
of palm trees to recline against and read the latest paperback. This is
actually the perfect beach for families. Mom and Dad can relax and there is
enough for kids to do, too. There are lifeguards, some concessions and
picnic areas with tables and grills.
Catch a ride on the restored carousel by
the sea at Crandon Park (three spins for $1). The historic carousel is at
the heart of the new Family Amusement Center that includes an old-fashioned
outdoor roller rink, dolphin-shaped splash fountain and a host of marine
play sculptures at the beachfront playground. The amusement area is open
daily from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.. A short drive from the beach, Crandon Park has
a full service-marina, restaurants, Crandon Park Tennis Center and a
championship 18-hole golf course There's
a $1 toll to access Key Biscayne and plenty of parking is available at $4
per vehicle. Be sure to park close, it's a long walk to the shore. |
