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Hi, I’m Natalie, and I am a national parks-obsessed mom who has compiled all of the details, itineraries, dining guides, and hiking information for the perfect trip to this incredible national park off the coast of Florida.

Whether you need to know if the sea plane is worth the money or the best places to snorkel near Fort Jefferson, you’ll find it here.

I only write about places I’ve been and experiences that I’ve had, so you’re getting up-to-date advice from a parent who has been there.

Dry Tortugas at a glance

  • Covers 47,000 acres

  • Located 70 miles off of the coast of Key West, Florida

  • Home to Fort Jefferson, which once housed prisoners, including a co-conspirator to the Lincoln assassination, Dr. Samuel Mudd

  • Only accessible by sea plane or 2.5 ferry ride

  • Known for excellent snorkeling and the historic fort

  • Has 1 campground, but you must bring in everything you need

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