National Park · Florida
Dry Tortugas National Park
A remote island fort & coral reefs
StateFlorida
Best seasonWinter & spring
Don’t missFort Jefferson from the water
TerrainCoral islands & open sea
Dry Tortugas sits 70 miles west of Key West — a massive 19th-century brick fort ringed by clear water, coral, and seabirds, reachable only by boat or seaplane. Winter and spring bring the calmest seas.
What to see
- Fort Jefferson
- Snorkeling the moat wall
- Bush Key birding
- Seaplane approach
- Garden Key beaches
Plan around it
Check the park’s official site for current entrance fees, timed-entry or permits, road and seasonal closures before you go.