Boating & Things to Do in Ocean Township

Discover 1 amazing destinations, from hidden anchorages to lively sandbars.

Best Time to Visit

Subtropical climate featuring mild, dry winters and warm, active summers perfect for sandbar rafting and reef snorkeling. Boaters generally favor the November to May window for the most stable cruising conditions.

Winter (Dec – Feb)

Air: 74°F – 78°FWater: 71°F – 73°F

Cool offshore breezes, excellent visibility for reef snorkeling.

Spring (Mar – May)

Air: 81°F – 85°FWater: 76°F – 78°F

Sandbar season begins, prime offshore sportfishing conditions.

Summer (Jun – Aug)

Air: 88°F – 92°FWater: 83°F – 86°F

Warm waters, afternoon thunder showers, lobster season opens in late July.

Autumn (Sep – Nov)

Air: 82°F – 86°FWater: 79°F – 82°F

Tropical season transitions to pleasant autumn cooling.

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Recommended Voyages & Itineraries

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Biscayne Bay to Key Largo Cruise

Cruise south from Miami's high-energy sandbars through Biscayne National Park. Stop at Elliott Key, snorkel Carysfort Reef Lighthouse, and dock-and-dine in Key Largo.

Planned Stops

Miami→

Nixon Sandbar→

Elliott Key→

Carysfort Reef→

Key Largo

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Alligator Reef Lighthouse

Islamorada

Alligator Reef Lighthouse, located off the coast of Islamorada, FL, is a historic snorkeling destination known for its rich marine life and clear waters. The lighthouse, with its distinctive pyramid-shaped iron skeleton, offers snorkelers a glimpse into the vibrant underwater world teeming with fish and coral. It's an ideal spot for both beginners and experienced snorkelers, especially during calm days when visibility is at its best.