1217 February 21, 2025 Leo’s On Stock Island

Overnight, we were able to leave the windows open.  There was a wonderful breeze and it felt deliciously cool.

We got up early and worked to get our packing and exercising done.

I put on a sweatshirt and I walked before we left with one last look at the Florida Bay. 

We have had a great time here but it is time for new adventures!

We dumped tanks and we were on our way by 9am.  It took almost an hour to get to Homestead.  We hopped on Route 1, Overseas Highway and drove another 113 miles crossing 44 islands and driving over 42 bridges to Stock Island.  This is one of the most beautiful drives in America and is one of the longest overwater roads in the world.  The turquoise waters were gorgeous despite the cloudy and windy day. 

It was Friday and the traffic in the Keys was heavy.  We finally arrived at about 2pm.

Our site is plenty big enough but backing in was tight.  The neighbor across the way moved his truck and Tim was able to expertly swing the RV right into place. 

Later, we drove the short distance into Key West.  Tim found a gym, the Body Zone, just a couple of miles away.  He was able to but a membership for the twelve days that we will be here.

We drove the perimeter of the island along the beaches and then to Duval Street. 

We circled back and returned to the campground.  We will have lots of time to explore!

For dinner, we grilled shrimp and asparagus and tiny grape tomatoes.  We made bowls with jasmine rice and avocado crema…so yummy!