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Higgs Beach

Higgs Beach
Photo: Pietro Valocchi, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

The park includes a sandy beach, grassy areas and picnic tables along the Atlantic. It has a playground, and a small dog beach lies nearby. Memorials mark the African Cemetery, where Africans rescued from slave ships in 1860 were buried.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 7 of Miami, Key West and Orlando in 14 Days

Visiting Higgs Beach: what to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
1 to 3 hours
Best time
Early morning
Getting there
Walk or bike south from Truman Avenue

Key West itineraries with Higgs Beach

Day 7 of Miami, Key West and Orlando in 14 Days

Fort Zachary Taylor

How Higgs Beach fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State ParkKey West
  2. 14:00Key West Butterfly and Nature ConservatoryKey West
  3. 16:30Higgs BeachKey West
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Higgs Beach FAQs

Is Higgs Beach free?

Yes, the park and beach have no entry fee.

Can dogs go to Higgs Beach?

Dogs are allowed in a designated section with separate access.

Are there restrooms at Higgs Beach?

Public restrooms and outdoor showers are available near the parking area.

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