The Dry Tortugas is so remote that night sky viewing is possible.
Dry Tortugas National Park
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.
Park report
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesSeasonal Closure: Bush Key
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesSections of moat wall closed until Winter 2026
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesCurrent Alerts and Conditions
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesMigrant Notice
Alert: Caution
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesGarden Key Harbor Light
Fee: Entrance - Per Person
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$15
Campgrounds Available
How this is rated
Good: campgrounds available in this park1 campground
Visitor Centers
Good2 visitor centers
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available18 activities
Park Name
InfoDry Tortugas National Park
Designation
InfoNational Park
State(s)
InfoFL
Phone
Info3052427700
drto_information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe Dry Tortugas is open 24 hours, 7 days a week. This includes holidays.
Visitor Center: Garden Key Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Visitor Center: Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArchitecture and Building, African American Heritage, Forts + 21 more
Weather Info
InfoThe 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 Decembe
Getting There
InfoDry 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
Location
Info24.6287° N, -82.8732° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website