FLORIDA KEYS — Bicycling enthusiasts can pedal through the Florida Keys on one of America’s most scenic highways during the 200-mile BubbaFest Bike Tour, set Saturday through Saturday, Nov. 7-14.

The fully supported seven-night bicycling adventure was created by retired police sergeant Bubba Barron, who has pedaled across America from the Atlantic to the Pacific, to enable fellow cycling fans to discover the Keys’ environment and attractions while enjoying their favorite sport.

BubbaFest cyclists are to travel from Key Largo to Key West and back along the Overseas Highway (U.S. Highway 1), a scenic road that features 42 bridges between islands and long vistas of breathtaking open water.

“Exploring the Florida Keys by bicycle allows riders the chance to see, hear, smell and taste the Keys,” said Barron, who first pedaled through the island chain in 2002 and has since hosted regular repeat rides for friends and fellow cyclists. “I love seeing riders from all over the country taking in the attractions, the weather, the people, the scenery and the local flavor.”

Riders proceed at their own pace each day, with plenty of time for activities ranging from swimming with dolphins and visiting eco-attractions to sailing, snorkeling, sunning and exploring colorful galleries and boutiques. Support vehicles are available to transport anyone who chooses to take a break from cycling.

Attractions include manageable mileage averaging 45 miles per day, a mostly flat route suited to riders of all abilities, warm subtropical temperatures and breezes, accommodations at waterfront campgrounds or motels, and a limited number of participants to ensure a comfortably intimate experience.

BubbaFest begins in Key Largo Saturday, Nov. 7, with a 2-4 p.m. registration at Key Largo Resort at Manatee Bay, 102400 Overseas Highway, followed by a welcome beach party. Participants bike from Key Largo to the Marathon area Sunday, with a Monday layover to enjoy Marathon’s watersports offerings and environmental attractions.

Tuesday’s route takes bicyclists to Key West, where they spend two layover days exploring America’s southernmost island. They begin the return trek Friday, Nov. 13, and arrive in Key Largo the following day.

The fee is $595 per rider, which includes six nights of tent lodging at beachside campgrounds, seven breakfasts and five dinners, a private open-air trolley tour of Key West, social events such as beach parties and a farewell dinner, and services of a baggage truck and support vehicle. Motel lodging is available for an additional fee, as are pampering options and top-quality rental bicycles for riders who don’t want to bring or ship their own bikes.

BubbaFest is limited to 125 participants. For more details including an event schedule and registration, visit bubbafestbiketours.com.

For information about the Florida Keys & Key West, including lodging and attractions, explore this Web site.