Duval Street St – Key West

Simonton Beach

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Another beach in close proximity to Duval street is Simonton Beach. It is located at the north end of Simonton street which runs parallel to duval street. It is a small beach and has a boat launch for small boats. It looks out over the harbor and can be a good place to sit and watch boats.  There is a small dock I see people fishing off of now and again, it would probably be a good spot to fish at night.

Beach at the end of Simonton Street

There are also bathrooms and changing rooms at the beach and some parking but the parking is very limited.

Harbor View at Simonton Beach

Beaches Near Duval Street

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We all know and love Duval Street for its nightlife, dining, shopping, and center of activity of Key West.  But did you know there are also some beaches near Duval Street within walking distance?  If you’re staying in a Duval Street hotel, you don’t have to get in a car to enjoy the beach in Key West.  So grab your towel, your sunscreen, and a hat and some walking shoes, and let’s hit the beach!

First, there’s South Beach, not to be confused with the one in Miami.  As the name implies, South Beach is on the south side of Key West and totally within walking distance from Duval Street.  In fact, it kind of is on Duval Street.

Next, we have a beach at the other end of Duval, sandwiched between two of the major luxury hotels.  It’s small, but it’s free and open to the public.  And of course it’s totally within walking distance of Duval.

And then we have the beach at Fort Taylor State Park, which is one of the nicest beaches near Duval Street.  It’s just a teensy bit further to walk, but well worth the trek.

For more info on these and other beaches near Duval Street, read our in-depth pages on the individual beaches, and then go out and try them all!