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Dry Tortugas National Park
Dry Tortugas National Park with historic Fort Jefferson in its center is located about 70
miles west from Key West. The park got its name because of the abundance of turtles
in the area.
The Dry Tortugas include seven islands which are isolated from the mainland by the
waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
Dry Tortugas National Park with historic Fort Jefferson in its center is located about 70
miles west from Key West. The park got its name because of the abundance of turtles
in the area.
The Dry Tortugas include seven islands which are isolated from the mainland by the
waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
You can get there by
seaplane or boat only, but Dry
Tortugas can satisfy even the
most picky tourists with its
breathtaking views.
The trip takes about two
hours one way for the boat
and about forty minutes for
the seaplane.
No hiking trails are available
at the park, guided tours and
camping are available.
Campground is located on the small area right next to the
beach.
We thought that it might be one of its kind experience to stay
on the island overnight in a tent, but this was just a thought.
If you are a bird watcher, spring and fall may be a best time
to visit. These times of the year migration bring a wide
assortment of songbirds and warbles.
Snorkeling is great all year round. This was actually one of
the reasons for our trip to Florida Keys.
When we got to Key West I convinced my wife to take boat
trip to see Dry Tortugas. Although she does not snorkel,
she didn't mind going. We went there on a beautiful
November day.
To find out more about our trip go to:
My Dry Tortugas Adventure.
For more information on Dry Tortugas and the Park go to:
www.nps.gov/drto
beach.
We thought that it might be one of its kind experience to stay
on the island overnight in a tent, but this was just a thought.
If you are a bird watcher, spring and fall may be a best time
to visit. These times of the year migration bring a wide
assortment of songbirds and warbles.
Snorkeling is great all year round. This was actually one of
the reasons for our trip to Florida Keys.
When we got to Key West I convinced my wife to take boat
trip to see Dry Tortugas. Although she does not snorkel,
she didn't mind going. We went there on a beautiful
November day.
To find out more about our trip go to:
My Dry Tortugas Adventure.
For more information on Dry Tortugas and the Park go to:
www.nps.gov/drto
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