90°
Mostly Sunny
5%
77
Miami-Dade County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
1200 S Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149
The southern tip of Key Biscayne — a 400-acre state park anchored by the 1825 Cape Florida Lighthouse (oldest standing structure in Miami-Dade). A mile of palm-fringed beach, the Boater's Grill restaurant on No Name Harbor, and the Lighthouse Café right on the sand. Designated as part of the Florida National Scenic Trail.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
88°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 105. East wind 8 to 12 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 85. Heat index values as high as 103. East wind around 13 mph.
Weather
- 90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 88°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
74 /100
great
73 Swim
70 Sunbathe
81 Walk
79 Fish
78 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
90°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
8 to 12 mph
E
Rain
5%
Today
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
90°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
88°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
8:19 PM
2.2 ft · in 5.1h
Water Quality
Clean
6 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:37 AM
Sunset
8:14 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:16 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:26 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 1:44 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 8:19 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:17 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:25 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 2:44 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 9:13 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:16 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 9:23 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 3:42 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 10:05 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:11 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:18 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 4:35 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 10:54 PM | High | 2.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:03 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 11:11 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 5:25 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 11:42 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:54 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 12:03 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 6:16 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:30 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 6:46 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 12:57 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 7:08 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8723214, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
90°
Sunny
5%
77
90°
Sunny
5%
77
90°
Mostly Sunny
3%
77
90°
Mostly Sunny
2%
77
91°
Sunny
7%
75
90°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
19%
40
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 8 to 12 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 88°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 90°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
10:10 PM - 12:10 AM
Minor
4:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Minor
6:40 PM - 7:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid lot included in park entry; multiple lots near the beach, lighthouse, and harbor.
Dogs
Leashed dogs welcome in picnic areas, sea wall, bike and hiking trails. Not allowed on the beach, in the lighthouse area, or in the restaurants.
Entry Fee
$8 per vehicle (2–8 people); $4 single-occupant vehicle; $2 pedestrian/cyclist.
Address
1200 S Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park today?
Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs welcome in picnic areas, sea wall, bike and hiking trails. Not allowed on the beach, in the lighthouse area, or in the restaurants.
Is there an entry fee at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park?
$8 per vehicle (2–8 people); $4 single-occupant vehicle; $2 pedestrian/cyclist.
Are there lifeguards at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park?
Amenities at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park include restrooms, showers, two restaurants, lighthouse tours, bike trails, kayak rentals, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park located?
Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park is in Miami-Dade County, FL, at 1200 S Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL 33149.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS