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.
Effective 10/11, both keys will reopen to the public after closures for Hurricane Milton. Please check with concession-operated tours for schedules. Mariners are advised to keep a lookout for marine hazards and missing aids to navigation.
Updated on 10/10/2024
Part of the moat wall will be closed for repair and strengthening of the Fort Jefferson counterscarp (moat wall) damaged by Hurricane Irma in 2017 and Hurricane Ian in 2022. Portions of the wall will remain open during the project.
Updated on 09/28/2024
Like elsewhere in the Florida Keys, we have seen an increase in Cuban migrants arriving by boat from Cuba and landing on the islands of Dry Tortugas National Park. You may observe migrant landings at the park and visitor areas may be impacted.
Updated on 09/24/2024
Vessel operators - the Garden Key Harbor Light is undergoing repairs and is extinguished. At this time it is unknown when the light will again be illuminated.
Updated on 08/17/2017
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Effective 10/11, both keys will reopen to the public after closures for Hurricane Milton. Please check with concession-operated tours for schedules. Mariners are advised to keep a lookout for marine hazards and missing aids to navigation.
Updated on 10/10/2024
Part of the moat wall will be closed for repair and strengthening of the Fort Jefferson counterscarp (moat wall) damaged by Hurricane Irma in 2017 and Hurricane Ian in 2022. Portions of the wall will remain open during the project.
Updated on 09/28/2024
Like elsewhere in the Florida Keys, we have seen an increase in Cuban migrants arriving by boat from Cuba and landing on the islands of Dry Tortugas National Park. You may observe migrant landings at the park and visitor areas may be impacted.
Updated on 09/24/2024
Vessel operators - the Garden Key Harbor Light is undergoing repairs and is extinguished. At this time it is unknown when the light will again be illuminated.
Updated on 08/17/2017