Biscayne National Park
Explore a world where crystal-clear waters, vibrant reefs, and tropical islands meet.
Biscayne National Park, located just south of Miami, Florida, protects a beautiful world made up almost entirely of water. Established as a national park in 1980, it covers more than 170,000 acres of sparkling Biscayne Bay, mangrove shorelines, small islands, and colorful coral reefs. Visitors can explore the park by boating, snorkeling, kayaking, fishing, and diving while discovering marine life such as sea turtles, dolphins, tropical fish, and manatees. With about 95% of the park covered by water, Biscayne offers a unique National Park experience where the greatest treasures are found beneath the surface.
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Discover the coastal beauty of Biscayne National Park.
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Biscayne National Park is located in southern Florida, just south of Miami, and protects a remarkable landscape of turquoise waters, coral reefs, mangrove forests, and tropical islands.
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Approximately 95% of the park is covered by water, making boating, snorkeling, paddling, and diving some of the best ways to experience its natural beauty.
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The park protects part of the Florida Reef, one of the largest coral reef systems in the world, where visitors can discover colorful fish, sea turtles, and other marine life.
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Biscayne National Park is home to diverse wildlife, including manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, pelicans, and hundreds of species of fish, making it a wonderful destination for nature lovers and photographers.
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Established as a national park in 1980, Biscayne protects more than 170,000 acres of Biscayne Bay, offshore islands, coral reefs, and coastal habitats for future generations to explore and enjoy.
