We've been to most of the beaches in the upper and middle Keys and finally found a great one! Sombrero Beach is maintained by Monroe County, has new restrooms, outdoor freshwater showers, barbecues, and free parking. To the left side of the beach is a small out-cropping that turned out to be a very accessible area of reef with sponges, sea urchins, brightly colored tropical fish and all in shallow water.Watch for small signs for a left turn just after Winn Dixie and just before the Publix market, same road as Marathon High School. Even though we were there on a school day, after school got out the beach was not the least bit crowded and parking was plentiful!

This is a beautiful beach on the ocean side of the island of Marathon. A fairly new family park with playground for the children, restroom facility with handicap access, green grass for those not wanting sand, drinking fountains, foot showers, picnic tables and all that you would need for a day at the beach. Absolutly wonderful beach with park!!