A national park in the middle of turquoise water? Welcome to Dry Tortugas National Park! Located about 70 miles west of Key West, this is one of the most remote places you can visit in the continental U.S. And it’s truly unlike anywhere else in the world. Home to Civil War-era Fort Jefferson, a vibrant coral reef just off the beach, and nesting seabirds you won’t find many other places, Dry Tortugas feels completely unique. Getting there is part of the experience. The park is only reachable by b

Everything you NEED to know👇⛺️ Dry Tortugas National Park is consistently ranked one of the least visited U.S. national parks with less than 100,000 visitors per year! Located about 70 miles west of Key West, this remote park is only accessible by seaplane or ferry (or private boat). 🏝️ How to get there: • Seaplane from Key West (fastest aerial views) • Ferry from Key West (day trip or overnight camping) • Personal Boat (no food, water, or fuel available in the park) ⛺ Camping info: Garden Key

🚨 This is the ULTIMATE guide to planning your 2026 National Park trip! 🏞️ Send this to someone who wants to visit more national parks in 2026 📝 3 national parks to visit each month in 2026 January Death Valley National Park Big Bend National Park Everglades National Park February Joshua Tree National Park Saguaro National Park Haleakalā National Park March Zion National Park Arches National Park Guadalupe Mountains National Park April Grand Canyon National Park Great Smoky Mountains National

It’s World Turtle Day! From a tiny baby bog turtle to a massive leatherback, turtles come in many shapes and sizes. Found gliding through the open ocean or slowly trudging over desert plains, they are fascinating creatures. Because of environmental threats, several species are endangered and need our help. Video of a baby turtle running for the surf by Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida. #WorldTurtleDay | U.S. Department of the Interior