Gilbert's Paradise Island, Key Largo, Florida, USA

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General - Gilbert's Paradise Island is just off Key Largo in the Florida Keys in the south of the USA. The facility combines slips, moorings, boat yard and a storage operation.

Open - All year round

Hours - 07.00 - 19.00

Arrival out of hours - Tie up at dock and either check in in the morning or report to the bartender.

Formalities - Not known.

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VHF Ch - 16
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Position - 25° 11.2' N 080° 23.5' W

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Mean time differences - HW: minutes ± ; LW: minutes ±
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Depths at MLW - Entrance - 9'. Fuel Dock - 9'. Slips - 6'.

Protection/Shelter - OK

Approach and Entrance - Gilbert's Paradise Island lies to the northwest of the Jewfish Creek Drawbridge. It lies on a small peninsula that juts out into Blackwater Sound, to the west of Cross Key.

Berths & Moorings - 38 slips with 20 reserved for transients. Reservations are preferred.

Maximum length - 100'

Water - On the pontoons.

Electric - On the pontoons. 30 amp & 50 amp.

Fuel - Gasoline & Diesel.

Weather forecast - Not known.

Security - Not known.

Internet Access - Not known.

Other Marina Facilities, Services & Supplies - Docking Assistance. Mail & Package Hold. Bait & Tackle. Pool. Beach. Picnic Area with Grills. Playground. Cable TV. Toilets. Showers. Laundry.

Boatyard Facilities & Services - No yard but the following are available; Forklift. Launching Ramp. Engine Mechanic. Electrical Repairs. Bottom Cleaning. Divers. Compound. Wash & Wax. Interior Cleaning. Propeller Repairs. Painting.

Shopping and Provisions - Most provisions can be obtained in the town of Key Largo 3 miles away.

Bank or ATM - Not known.

Chandlers or Ships' Store - Over 1 mile away.
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Fishing Tackle - Not Known
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Propane - Over 1 mile away.

Ice - Block & Cube are available on site.

Eating Out - There are several restaurants near to Gilbert's Paradise Island.

Transport -
Bikes - Tavernier Bicycle (852-2859). Key Largo Resorts (451-2241).
Local Bus Service - JGT (247-3066).
Intercity Bus Service - Greyhound (296-9072).
Car Rental - Great Deals Here!!!
Limousine Service - Book your Limo Here
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Ferry Service -
Airport(s) - Miami International - 60 miles away
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Local Area -
Sporting & Recreational Facilities - Group Fishing Boat. Dive Shop. Pool at Jacobs Aquatic Center. Tennis Courts at Key Largo Community Park. Golf Course at Cheeca Lodge Executive Par 3. Fitness Center at Bodyfit Aerobics. Boat Rentals. Jogging Paths. Roller Blade & Bike Paths.
Sightseeing - John Pennekamp Coral Reef Park and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary protect the USA's only living coral reef.
Museums and Cultural Attractions -
Galleries - Gallery at Kona Kai. Plato's Pause. Fundora (451-2200).
Conservation Projects - Florida Keys Wild Bird Center.
Special Events -
Children's Stuff - Playground at Key Largo Community Park.
Other - Key Largo Community Park. Tavernier Towne Movie Theater. Picnic Area with Grills. The Dolphins Plus has 14 Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins and 2 California Sea Lions and offers swim & encounter programs.

We would like your comments - If you would like to add to this report or submit your own report on a marina, harbour or anchorage not covered in this guide so far please visit our contact page for our email address. Digital photos are also very welcome.

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