This key is the site of a number of Indian mounds and middens, most of which were destroyed during the building of the Overseas Railroad.

A number of natural wells were also located here, at the northeast end of the key.

The southwestern end of the key is the site of a former sand mining operation.

[1] A local attraction is Anne's Beach, located at mile marker 74 on the east side (oceanside) of the roadway.

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