John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park: A Window Into Florida's Underwater World
Tucked along the Florida Keys in Key Largo, John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park holds the distinction of being the first underwater park in the United States. Established in 1963, the park spans nearly 70 nautical square miles, protecting a slice of the only living coral barrier reef in the continental United States. For visitors and locals alike, it offers a rare chance to explore a living ecosystem that has drawn snorkelers, divers, and nature lovers for generations. Above the waterline, the
