Dry Tortugas National Park

FL
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.
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WEATHER INFO

The climate in the Dry Tortugas is subtropical, which basically means that it has warm and tropical weather in the range of 60°F to 90°F. The two main seasons are the winter stormy season from December through March which is windier and sees rougher seas, and the summertime tropical storm season from June through November where there is a higher chance of isolated storms. During the summers it is hot and humid. During the winter the temperature is milder and drier.

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Dry Tortugas
Dry Tortugas National Park is one of the most remote parks in the National Park System. Located approximately 70 miles west of Key West it is accessible only by a daily concession ferry, private boats, charter boats, or seaplane.
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PARK CLOSURE

Seasonal Closure: Bush Key

Visitor access to the north side of Bush Key is suspended through Fall 2026 to protect nesting Sooty Terns, Brown Noddies, and Magnificent Frigatebirds. The south (harbor) side remains open. Boaters must maintain a distance of 100 feet from the island's mean low tide.

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PARK CLOSURE

Sections of moat wall closed until Summer 2026

Sections of the moat wall that were damaged by Hurricanes Irma (2017) and Ian (2022), as well as several hurricanes in 2024 are undergoing repair and reinforcement. For your safety, please follow posted signage and do not cross any barricades.

INFORMATION

Migrant Notice

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.

CAUTION

Garden Key Harbor Light

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.

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