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Biscayne National ParkTheme(s): Maritime History | |
Description:
Turquoise waters, emerald islands and fish-bejeweled reefs make Biscayne National Park a paradise for wildlife-watching, snorkeling, diving, boating, fishing and other activities. Within the park boundaries are the longest stretch of mangrove forest left on Florida's east coast, the clear shallow waters of Biscayne Bay, over 40 of the northernmost Florida Keys, and a spectacular living coral reef. Superimposed on all of this natural beauty is evidence of 10,000 years of human history, including stories of native peoples, shipwrecks, pirates, pioneers, and Presidents.
Designations:
National Monument (October 18, 1968)
National Park (June 28, 1980)
Accessibility:
Ramps, elevators and boardwalks make Convoy Point and the Dante Fascell Visitor Center fully accessible to those with mobility challenges. Audiovisual programs are closed-captioned and available in both English and Spanish. Translations of the Park's brochure are available in Spanish, French, German and Japanese. On the islands, restrooms are accessible, but some of the buildings are not. Concessioner operated boat trips are accessible with assistance. Concessioner-operated boat trips are accessible with assistance
Getting Around:
Biscayne National Park is 95% water, so seeing anything beyond the visitor center area requires a boat. The park's concessioner offers several options.
Activites:
Boating | Camping | Educational Programs | Fishing | Hiking | Swimming | Wildlife Viewing | Bird Watching | Nature Walks | Stargazing | Kayaking | Scuba Diving | Snorkeling | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | Picnic Areas | Comfort Stations | Museum Exhibits | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Nature: Endangered Animals | Coral Reefs | And more.
Directions to Biscayne National Park
Plane:
Closest major airport is Miami International, approximately 35 miles from the park.
Car:
Convoy Point (park headquarters and the Dante Fascell Visitor Center) is located nine miles east of Homestead, Florida, on SW 328 Street. Please use the link above for detailed driving directions.
Public Transportation
None.
Attractions:
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
Phone:305-451-1202
The Barnacle State Historic Site
Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Recreation Area
Phone:305-361-8779
Fairchild Tropical Garden
Phone:305-667-1651
Historical Museum of Southern Florida
Phone:305-375-1492
Nearby Parks:
Big Cypress National Preserve (60 miles)
Dry Tortugas National Park (190 miles)
Everglades National Park ( miles)
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Contact Information for Biscayne National Park
9700 SW 328 Street
Homestead, FL
33033-5634
Phone: 305-230-1144
Fax: 305-230-1190
Located near Miami, Key Biscayne & Homestead, FL
For more information on Biscayne National Park
Information on this page provided by the NPS.
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