Sea Oats Beach

Low, dune-fringed shoreline on Islamorada with sea oats, pastel skies and wide Atlantic vistas — ideal for sunrise compositions, long exposures of breaking surf, and minimalistic beach scenes. Best at dawn for golden/pastel light and calm water; weekdays and winter mornings are least crowded and clearest. Small public access off Overseas Hwy with limited roadside parking; no entry fee. Respect dune vegetation and local quiet, reflecting the laid-back Keys atmosphere.