After a quick stop at WalMart for nothing in particular, we headed south in search of Biscayne National Park. The skies began to clear, the sun appeared and it got quite warm! By the time we reached the park it was a gorgeous, warm humid Florida day! We checked out the visitor center, purchased the obligatory magnet, and walked on the half mile path along the shoreline out to the end of the key. To really enjoy this park, one needs a boat to reach the other islands for camping, diving, etc. Nevertheless, a very pleasant place to spend a little time.
Next stop was "Robert is Here" vegetable and fruit stand. We had discovered this place on a prior visit. An amazing assortment of all kids of unknown fruits and veggies! The area around here features acres and acres of lush farmland, growing all kind of things, and many acres of tree farms. We also passed by the huge Homestead NASCAR Speedway.
From there we found our Quality Inn, checked in, freshened up a bit, and since we had some time left of the afternoon, went over to the Everglades and walked the boardwalk around the Anhinga Trail at Royal Palm. We saw some beautiful birds and LOTS of alligators. A pretty sunset capped off the day.
When we got back to town we had a wonderful Italian meal at an old famly owned place called The Capri.
Heading for Key West in the morning.
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