Higgs Beach Dog Park Closes March 13 for Routine Maintenance

The Higgs Beach Dog Park at 100 Atlantic Blvd. in Key West will be closed this Saturday, March 13, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for routine maintenance, according to the Monroe County official calendar.

The closure affects the dog park within Higgs Beach Park, situated at the corner of White Street and Atlantic Boulevard across from the White Street Pier. The Monroe County calendar entry describes the work simply as a routine maintenance closure, with no additional detail provided about what the maintenance entails or whether any portion of the broader Higgs Beach Park will remain accessible during those hours.

The park is a popular destination for Key West dog owners, offering separate areas for small and large dogs, each equipped with its own water fountain. The grounds provide ample room to run, considerable shade, and an unobstructed view of the Atlantic Ocean.

Monroe County parks policy requires leashed pets throughout all county parks. At Higgs Beach Dog Park specifically, visitors are expected to follow the rules posted at the entrance and to clean up after their animals.

The nine-hour maintenance window runs through the afternoon, so owners planning a Saturday outing with their dogs should plan accordingly. No information on alternative dog park access in Key West during the closure has been provided by the county.