This state park offers visitors a chance to kayak through mangrove forests, spot manatees and dolphins, and relax on the sugar-sand beaches. With hiking trails, wildlife viewing opportunities, and beachside amenities like rentals and a Discovery Center, Lovers Key is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and beach enthusiasts alike.

It is a bit of a walk from the parking lot to the beach but there is a free shuttle that will pick you up. They may be able to accommodate driving your kayak/paddle board down as well if you wanted to bring your own instead of renting theirs, but we would recommend calling in advance to confirm.

State park entrance fee's - $8 per vehicle (2 to 8 people per vehicle). · $4 single-occupant vehicle and motorcycles. · $2 pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers.