Dive boats to the reef are available daily. The John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park in Key Largo is America s first and only underwater state park. The park encompasses 53,660 acres of submerged land and 2,350 acres of uplands. Key West has several public outdoor tennis courts, a nicely managed and maintained community pool, an enthusiastic bocce ball crowd, and several popular gyms. The area s sub-tropical climate means that baseball is played in Key West year round.
State championships abound from little league teams through high school.
Key West High holds the record for most State baseball championships of any Florida high school. Many of its graduates have attended colleges on athletic scholarships. Key West has been well represented in the major leagues over the years. Softball Leagues for both men and women play ball throughout the year. Teams are easy to join.