National Park · FL · US
Fort JeffersonA colossal brick fortress adrift in turquoise water and historyVisitor Center · Restroom
Garden KeyHistoric fort, clear-water snorkeling, and remote camping on one tiny islandRestroom · Picnic Table
Campground AreaRemote island campground beside Fort Jefferson with beachside snorkelingCampground · Restroom
Fort Jefferson Parade Ground BastionsCorner bastions and spiral stairs with sweeping fort viewsScenic Viewpoint
Loggerhead KeyRemote island with pristine reefs, beaches, and a storied lighthouse
North Coaling Dock Ruins ViewpointHistoric dock ruins with easy access snorkeling and fish-filled watersScenic Viewpoint
South Swim BeachCalm, clear snorkel spot with fort views steps from camp
Fort Jefferson Visitor CenterSmall museum and shop tucked inside the massive brick fortExhibit · Store
EasyFort Jefferson Ramparts WalkShort, easy stroll atop historic brick walls with big ocean views0.7 mi · 12 min
EasyLoggerhead Key LoopRemote beach loop with lighthouse views and world-class snorkeling1.4 mi · 1 hr
EasyBush Key Beach WalkShort sandy stroll to a bird haven when the sandbar is exposed.1 mi · 45 min
EasyFort Jefferson LoopEasy loop around Fort Jefferson with nonstop sea and history0.5 mi · 18 min
Loggerhead Sea TurtleReports peak in the evening, around 7 PM13 sightings
Green Sea TurtleReports peak in the afternoon, around noon12 sightings
Great White HeronReports peak in the early morning, around 7 AM11 sightings
Masked BoobyReports peak in the early morning, around 8 AM101 sightings
Brown BoobyReports peak in the late morning, around 10 AM65 sightings
Red-footed BoobyReports peak in the early evening, around 5 PM12 sightings
Magnificent FrigatebirdReports peak in the late morning, around 11 AM439 sightings
OspreyReports peak in the early morning, around 8 AM19 sightingsVisitor areas may be impacted by migrant landings. - The National Park Service reports an increase in Cuban migrants arriving by boat from Cuba and landing on the islands of Dry Tortugas National Park. - Visitors may observe migrant landings at the park. Check current park conditions for updates.
Official details →Vessel operators must treat the Garden Key Harbor Light as extinguished while it undergoes repairs. - The park does not know when the light will be illuminated again. Check current park conditions for updates.
Official details →Visitors may access only the harborside of Bush Key through Fall 2026. - The closure protects nesting Sooty Terns, Brown Noddies, and Magnificent Frigatebirds; the birds use Bush Key to nest and raise their young. - Boaters must stay 100 feet from the island’s mean low-tide line. Check current park conditions before traveling.
Official details →PARKWOLF TOUR GUIDE
