Duck Key: Watersports and Island History

On Duck Key, watersports and island history go hand in hand. Hawks Cay Resort is located on Duck Key in the Middle Florida Keys. Activities include reef trips, small-group dive charters, kayaking, an evening Sunset Cruise, private excursions, and jet ski rentals. If you’re looking for a hotel, you can choose Duck Key as your destination and plan your stay around these different activities.

Reef Trips and Diving

Solé Watersports offers reef trips from Hawks Cay Resort. Better Than Most SCUBA offers daily small-group dive charters to shallow reefs from Hawks Cay Marina; operations may change. Two differences matter when choosing: Solé lists reef trips, while Better Than Most SCUBA specifically offers small-group dive charters to shallow reefs. The departure points are also specified: Hawks Cay Resort and Hawks Cay Marina. You can factor both the type of excursion and its departure point into your plans.

Kayaks and Sunset Cruise

Solé Watersports offers single and tandem kayaks for trips in Hawks Cay Marina and beyond. You can decide based on two specific criteria: which type of kayak you choose and whether a trip in the marina or beyond suits your plans. This option differs from reef trips, which focus on the reef.

Solé’s evening Sunset Cruise goes around Duck Key and beyond. It is specifically an evening cruise; departure schedules may change. Check the current schedule before adding the cruise to your itinerary.

Private Excursions and Jet Skis

Solé’s private excursions may include sightseeing around Duck Key and the islands of Tom’s Harbor. Sightseeing is one possible component of a tour. If these places are important to you, confirm in advance whether they are included in your preferred private excursion.

Guests can rent jet skis from Duck Key Watersports. The offering may change; check current rental options if you plan to include this activity in your itinerary.

Island History and Bridges

Before 1951, Duck Key had limited salt production and sea cotton cultivation. These activities are part of the island’s earlier use and offer a historical counterpoint to its watersports.

The design of Duck Key’s bridges was inspired by the bridges of Venice, Italy. The first bridge connecting to Indies Island was renamed Truman Bridge in 1964 in honor of President Harry Truman. The bridge thus combines a design reference to Venice with a tribute to Truman.

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