Place
National Park
Biscayne National Park
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Places
Places in Biscayne
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Place
Biscayne National Park - Dante Fascell Vistor Center
Waterfront hub for exhibits, Jetty Trail, and launching on-water adventures
Place
Jones Lagoon
Mangrove maze for quiet SUP paddles and clear‑water wildlife peeks
Place
Black Point Marina
Gateway marina with jetty views and frequent manatee sightingsTrails
Trails in Biscayne
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Easy
Jetty Trail
Easy shoreline stroll from the visitor center with wildlife and views
Easy
Boca Chita Key Trail
Short island loop with a photogenic 1930s coral-rock lighthouse
Easy
Elliott Key Nature Trail
Short, shady loop with interpretive signs—worth it if you’re on Elliott
Easy
Spite Highway
Straight, flat island traverse with history—and relentless mosquitoes.Wildlife
Wildlife in Biscayne
Always follow park rules and local laws. Never approach wildlife, stay in your vehicle when required, and stay completely out of roadways.More wildlife
Sighting mapWhere to look
American Crocodile
Crocodylus acutusReports peak in the early evening, around 6 PMOpen wildlife map
Sighting mapWhere to look
Magnificent Frigatebird
Fregata magnificensReports peak in the afternoon, around noonOpen wildlife map
Sighting mapWhere to look
Osprey
Pandion haliaetusReports peak in the early morning, around 8 AMOpen wildlife map
Sighting mapWhere to look
Great Blue Heron
Ardea herodiasReports peak in the early evening, around 5 PMOpen wildlife mapBefore you go
Current park alerts
Road work, closures, safety notices, and updates from official park sources.More alerts
Closure
Boca Chita Historic District
Work on the Boca Chita Lighthouse began Monday 01/20/2025 and is ongoing. During this project the interior of this iconic lighthouse will be closed to the public. Updates will be provided when available.Information
Camping and Docking at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys
Docking at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys: $25.00 Friday - Monday and Federal Holidays Camping at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys: $35.00 per night. Payments must be made on site using the recreation.gov phone app.Information
Ride Share Services
Convoy Point grounds, Jetty Trail, kayak launch, and picnic area open at 7 a.m. and close at 5:30 p.m. If you are using a ride share service for transportation to and from the park, ensure ride share services can be onsite before closing time.Caution
