While we were staying at the Moose Lodge in Homestead Fl. we took a day trip down the Keys. It is around 130 miles from Homestead to Key West, so we had a long day driving the Keys and back. It was a slow drive because of the speed limits and traffic. Most of the way down the speed limit was 55, 45 and 35 mph. Most was around 45 mph. You pass thru several islands (keys) as you drive to Key West. We stopped a couple times to stretch our legs and let Pepper out. It was a beautiful drive but when we got to Key West is was a mad house. Wanted to go to Margaritaville and have a drink but it was so crowded and no parking that we just came back. The roads in Key West were narrow and I had problems getting my truck around. Also it was the end of spring break so there were even more people in the area. Camping in the Keys at State Parks is reasonable but you need to plan a year in advance to get a spot. The private campgrounds if you can get in are very expensive. Up to a $100 or more per night. Crazy. Since we had to drive so slow there and back I managed to get about 25 miles per gallon on the truck. Enjoyed the trip but not something we would want to do again. We have moved twice since we were in Homestead but have not been able to post the blog in the last 2 places we were at. Will be posting some pics of Miami beach and Fort Lauderdale next. Got to catch up. We are now in Jacksonville Fl which is just south of Georgia. Weather warm, low to mid 80's and lite breeze. Not bad.
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