Coral reef with two snorkelers diving below the surface

Biscayne National Park

National Park · Florida

NPS image by Shaun Wolfe

📍 StateFlorida

🏛️ TypeNational Park

🎟️ EntryFree

🏃 Activities24

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U.S. national park in South Florida

Biscayne National Park is a national park of the United States located south of Miami, Florida, in Miami-Dade County. The park preserves Biscayne Bay and its offshore barrier reefs. The shore of the bay is the location of an extensive mangrove forest. The park covers 172,971 acres, of which 9,075 acres (3,673 ha) are on land. It includes Elliott Key, the park's largest island and northernmost of the true Florida Keys, formed from fossilized coral reef. The islands farther north in the park are transitional islands of coral and sand. The offshore portion of the park includes the northernmost region of the Florida Reef, one of the largest coral reefs in the world.

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About Biscayne National Park

Within sight of Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs. Evidence of 10,000 years of human history is here too; from prehistoric tribes to shipwrecks, and pineapple farmers to presidents. For many, the park is a boating, fishing, and diving destination, while others enjoy a warm breeze and peaceful scenery.

Park Photos

Underwater view of coral reef with a large school of yellow and blue fish

The coral reefs are located mostly on the Eastern side of the park.

Operating Hours

Convoy Point Grounds

Launch your own canoe or kayak from the ramp near the parking area, enjoy a picnic on the lawn, or stroll along the jetty trail.

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7:00AM - 5:30PM	7:00AM - 5:30PM	7:00AM - 5:30PM	7:00AM - 5:30PM	7:00AM - 5:30PM	7:00AM - 5:30PM	7:00AM - 5:30PM

Dante Fascell Visitor Center

The Visitor Center features a museum, park films, art gallery, and a spectacular view of Biscayne Bay.

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9:00AM - 5:00PM	9:00AM - 5:00PM	9:00AM - 5:00PM	9:00AM - 5:00PM	9:00AM - 5:00PM	9:00AM - 5:00PM	9:00AM - 5:00PM

Park Waters

Park waters are open 24 hours a day, all year.

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All Day	All Day	All Day	All Day	All Day	All Day	All Day

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to enter Biscayne National Park?

Biscayne National Park is free to enter.

What are the best activities at Biscayne National Park?

Popular activities at Biscayne National Park include: Boating, Motorized Boating, Sailing, Boat Tour, Camping, Fishing, Guided Tours, Boat Tour.

What is the weather like at Biscayne National Park?

The park is situated in a subtropical climate, which ensures sunshine year-round. Winters are normally dry and mild, with occasional fronts bringing wind and little rain. Summer brings hot and humid weather with scattered thunderstorms in the afternoons. The average temperature in January is 68 degrees Fahrenheit and 82 in July. The average rainfall for the area is 2.17 inches in January and 3.95 inches in July. June to November is hurricane season.

How do I get to Biscayne National Park?

The Dante Fascell Visitor Center may be reached from the Florida Turnpike by taking Exit 6 (Speedway Boulevard). Turn left from exit ramp and continue south to SW 328th Street (North Canal Drive). Turn left on 328th Street and continue for four miles to the end of the road. The park entrance is on the left just before the entrance to Homestead Bayfront Marina.