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Dry Tortugas National Park
Dry Tortugas National Park

Dry Tortugas National Park

Almost 70 miles (113 km) west of Key West lies the remote Dry Tortugas National Park. This 100-square mile park is mostly open water with seven small islands.  Accessible only by boat or seaplane, the park is known the world over as the home of magnificent Fort Jefferson, picturesque blue waters, superlative coral reefs and marine life, and the vast assortment of bird life that frequents the area.

Address: Islands 70 miles (113 km) west of Key West, Florida

Coordinates: 24.6285° N, 82.8732° W

Website: https://www.nps.gov/drto/index.htm

Filed Under: Beaches, Hidden Gems, National Parks Tagged With: boating, hiking, photography, swimming

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