BIG PINE KEY FARM FIELD GUIDE
90 Minutes of Fruit Hunting at Grimal Grove, Big Pine Key
A 75–90-minute guided walking and tasting tour of Grimal Grove that reveals rare tropical trees, the legend of Adolf Grimal, and opportunities to pick and sample exotic fruit.
90 Minutes of Fruit Hunting at Grimal Grove, Big Pine Key.
On Big Pine Key, a compact, restored grove tells the story of decades of tropical cultivation and resilience. Over a 75–90-minute guided tour you trace the legend of Adolf Grimal, walk among rare and exotic trees, and finish with an outdoor tasting that turns botanical oddities into vivid flavors.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
The Florida Keys’ sole tropical fruit grove
Grimal Grove stands as the only tropical fruit grove in the Florida Keys — a living collection restored for over 70 years that showcases species normally associated with more southerly climates.
Breadfruit: continental U.S. rarity
The grove contains the only Breadfruit grove in the continental United States, making it a singular site to see and learn about this exceptional tree.
Pick and sample rare exotic fruits
Tours combine a guided walk with seasonal opportunities to pick fruit and a roughly 45-minute outdoor tasting where visitors sample a rotating selection of exotic fruits and drinks.
What the day feels like
What it feels like to be a tropical fruit hunter
The tour unfolds as a paced, interpretive walk through the grove (about 45 minutes), led by a guide who threads history and horticulture into the route; the second half is devoted to tasting and sampling the grove’s offerings in an outdoor setting, turning botanical curiosities into immediate flavors.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should plan accordingly.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring water, insect repellent (bug spray), and sunscreen for outdoor walking and tasting.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Tropical Fruit Hunting Tour?
The full experience runs approximately 75–90 minutes, typically split between a walking tour and a tasting session.
Is there a walking component?
Yes — the tour includes about a 45-minute guided walking tour through the grove followed by tasting.
Can I pick fruit on the tour?
There are guided opportunities to pick fruit when seasonal availability allows.
Is the tour suitable for children?
The tour is offered for all ages and is family-friendly.
What makes Grimal Grove unique?
Grimal Grove is the only tropical fruit grove in the Florida Keys and contains the only Breadfruit grove in the continental United States, alongside many rare and exotic species.