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The managing agency publishes official acreage."},"firstProtected":null,"established":null,"administrations":[],"designationHistory":[],"summary":"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.","summarySource":"National Park Service","guide":{},"trConnection":null,"trConnections":[],"trTypes":[],"links":{"official":"https://www.nps.gov/bisc/index.htm","social":{},"recreationGov":null,"alltrails":null,"alltrailsExplore":"https://www.alltrails.com/explore?b_tl_lat=25.6711&b_tl_lng=-80.3472&b_br_lat=25.2914&b_br_lng=-80.0894","recreationGovSearch":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Biscayne%20National%20Park","directions":"http://www.nps.gov/bisc/planyourvisit/directions.htm"},"images":[{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C8717A4-1DD8-B71B-0B2EED68CFA7E008.jpg","title":"Snorkeling","alt":"Coral reef with two snorkelers diving below the surface","caption":"Snorkeling is a great way to explore the coral reefs in the park","credit":"NPS image by Shaun Wolfe","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C870533-1DD8-B71B-0B70CFF5EF6538F1.jpg","title":"Boca Chita Key","alt":"Downtown Miami in background.","caption":"Boca Chita Key is the park's most popular island destination.","credit":"NPS photo","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/E789390E-C7B5-2B1F-13974FC0EA9C7BD6.jpg","title":"Coral Reef","alt":"Underwater view of coral reef with a large school of yellow and blue fish","caption":"The coral reef is home to many species of fish","credit":"NPS image by Shaun Wolfe","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C870833-1DD8-B71B-0BE93D49E0DF6503.jpg","title":"Coral Reef","alt":"The coral reefs are located mostly on the Eastern side of the park.","caption":"Biscayne National Park is 95% water.","credit":"NPS photo","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C870A07-1DD8-B71B-0B9BA7F6549AD537.jpg","title":"Green sea turtle","alt":"Green sea turtle","caption":"Loggerhead, Green and Hawksbill turtles are all commonly observed in park waters.","credit":"NPS photo","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C871441-1DD8-B71B-0BBD1985ADA0E585.jpg","title":"Totten Key","alt":"Aerial view of Totten Key.","caption":"Biscayne National Park includes the northernmost Florida Keys.","credit":"NPS photo","source":"NPS"}],"activities":["Boating","Motorized Boating","Sailing","Boat Tour","Camping","Fishing","Guided Tours","Boat Tour","Paddling","Canoeing","Kayaking","Stand Up Paddleboarding","Junior Ranger Program","SCUBA Diving","Snorkeling","Swimming","Saltwater Swimming","Wildlife Watching","Birdwatching","Park Film","Museum Exhibits","Shopping","Bookstore and Park Store","Gift Shop and Souvenirs"],"topics":["African American Heritage","Arts","Maritime","Maritime - Military","Lighthouses","Piracy and Privateering","Ships and Shipwrecks","Schools and Education","Animals","Alligators or Crocodiles","Birds","Fish","Tortoises and Turtles","Climate Change","Coasts, Islands and Atolls","Estuaries and Mangroves","Oceans","Coral Reefs","Scenic Views","Trails","Water Trails","Unique Species","Endangered"],"fees":[],"passes":[],"hours":[{"name":"Convoy Point Grounds","description":"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.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"7:00AM - 5:30PM","monday":"7:00AM - 5:30PM","thursday":"7:00AM - 5:30PM","sunday":"7:00AM - 5:30PM","tuesday":"7:00AM - 5:30PM","friday":"7:00AM - 5:30PM","saturday":"7:00AM - 5:30PM"},"exceptions":[]},{"name":"Dante Fascell Visitor Center","description":"The Visitor Center features a museum, park films, art gallery, and a spectacular view of Biscayne Bay.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"9:00AM - 5:00PM","monday":"9:00AM - 5:00PM","thursday":"9:00AM - 5:00PM","sunday":"9:00AM - 5:00PM","tuesday":"9:00AM - 5:00PM","friday":"9:00AM - 5:00PM","saturday":"9:00AM - 5:00PM"},"exceptions":[]},{"name":"Park Waters","description":"Park waters are open 24 hours a day, all year.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"},"exceptions":[]}],"directions":"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.","weatherInfo":"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.","contacts":{"phone":"786-335-3620","email":"bisc_information@nps.gov"},"visitorCenters":[{"name":"Dante Fascell Visitor Center","description":"The Dante Fascell Visitor Center is located at Convoy Point, 9 miles East of the city of Homestead, Florida. A beautiful museum offers a virtual journey through the park's four ecosystems using dioramas, audio and video. Several films are available to help you learn about the park, including the 20-minute feature presentation: Connections. The Gallery highlights the works of local artists who find inspiration in the park.","url":"http://www.nps.gov/bisc/planyourvisit/convoypoint.htm","lat":25.464444,"lon":-80.334822}],"campgrounds":[{"name":"Boca Chita Campground","description":"Boca Chita campground is located on an island. The only access is by boat. No services are available. Boca Chita Key features an iconic lighthouse and an open, waterside, grassy camping area with picnic tables and grills. Toilets are available, but there are no sinks, showers or drinking water. The harbor entrance at low tide is approximately four feet deep. Pets, with the exception of service animals as defined by the ADA, are not permitted on the island or boats in the harbor.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/bisc/planyourvisit/bocachita.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":60},{"name":"Elliott Key Campground","description":"Elliott Key campground is located on an island. The only access is by boat. Elliott Key features waterside and partially forested camping areas, picnic tables, and grills. Restrooms with sinks and cold water showers are available. A mile-long loop hiking trail starts near the campground. Another walking trail, the infamous \"Spite Highway\" runs approximately six miles down the center of the island. At low tide, the depth of the entrance to the marina is approximately 2 1/2 feet.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/bisc/planyourvisit/elliottkey.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":20}],"thingsToDo":[],"nearby":[{"slug":"crocodile-lake-national-wildlife-refuge","km":30},{"slug":"everglades-national-park","km":69},{"slug":"big-cypress-national-preserve","km":102},{"slug":"arthur-r-marshall-loxahatchee-national-wildlife-refuge","km":114},{"slug":"florida-panther-national-wildlife-refuge","km":143},{"slug":"ten-thousand-islands-national-wildlife-refuge","km":144}],"hasBoundary":true,"boundarySource":{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division","url":"https://irma.nps.gov/DataStore/Reference/Profile/2224545"},"sources":[{"name":"NPS Data API","url":"https://developer.nps.gov/api/v1/parks?parkCode=bisc"},{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division boundaries","url":"https://services1.arcgis.com/fBc8EJBxQRMcHlei/arcgis/rest/services/NPS_Land_Resources_Division_Boundary_and_Tract_Data_Service/FeatureServer/2"}],"editorialStatus":"draft","synced":"2026-11-09T02:12:45.608Z","alerts":[{"source":"NPS","kind":"Park Closure","title":"Current Alerts and Conditions","text":"Be sure to review the Alerts and Conditions below before and during your visit for additional, up-to-date information on closures, cautions, and other current park conditions.","url":null,"updated":"2026-11-03 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-792FB06A-11DB-43A3-A616-30D93CBB23D2"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Information","title":"Camping and Docking at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys","text":"Day Use Docking at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys: $25.00 Friday - Monday and Federal Holidays. Overnight Camping and Docking at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys: $60.00 per night. Payments must be made on site using the recreation.gov phone app.","url":null,"updated":"2026-09-18 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-5FD218D4-E590-4358-8EDC-89C6E36F81C4"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Information","title":"Ride Share Services","text":"Convoy Point grounds, Jetty Trail, kayak launch, and picnic area open at 7 a.m. and close at 5:30 p.m. If you are using a ride share service for transportation to and from the park, ensure ride share services can be onsite before closing time.","url":null,"updated":"2023-10-31 14:13:42.0","id":"nps-A959D1A1-6FCA-4FCD-A14E-B6793CF8C62D"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Caution","title":"Boater Awareness","text":"Please use caution in park waters due to navigational markers that may be missing or moved due to unforeseen circumstances.","url":null,"updated":"2022-09-07 17:29:16.0","id":"nps-93EB14E1-EFB7-4604-8674-6129B325E72A"}],"url":"https://directory.labs.trlibrary.com/sites/biscayne-national-park/","boundaryUrl":"https://directory.labs.trlibrary.com/boundaries/biscayne-national-park.geojson"}