Dry Tortugas National Park, located off the coast of Key West, Florida, is a remote and stunning tropical paradise. Spanning over 100 square miles, the park is primarily composed of open water, but it is also home to seven small islands. The park’s centerpiece is the historic Fort Jefferson, a 19th-century coastal fortress surrounded by crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs. Visitors can snorkel among colorful marine life, explore the fort’s intriguing history, and relax on pristine white-sand beaches. With its unique blend of history, natural beauty, and abundant marine ecosystems, Dry Tortugas National Park offers a captivating escape for those seeking a true island adventure. Be sure to visit the park website for current conditions and closures.
Top Photography Locations and Sights at Dry Tortugas National Park:
As photographers, we know that many of you will only have one chance in a lifetime to visit the National Parks. To make your life easier, we have compiled a list of our top photography locations and sights at Dry Tortugas National Park! While this is not comprehensive, and there are many more amazing sights to see, it should give you a good feel for the park.
Dry Tortugas National Park Wildlife Photography:
Dry Tortugas National Park is filled with wildlife and biodiversity. If you like wildlife photography, you will love what this park has to offer!
Want to learn more about Dry Tortugas National Park? Check out these maps, guides & books:
- Dry Tortugas and Biscayne National Parks Planning Guide
- 7-Day Florida National Park Itinerary: Your Guide to Everglades National Park, Biscayne National Park, and Dry Tortugas National Park (7-Day National Park Itineraries)
- Fort Jefferson and the Dry Tortugas National Park
- Rourke Educational Media Natural Laboratories: Scientists in National Parks Dry Tortugas Reader
- Dry Tortugas National Park (Images of America)
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Featured National Park Photographers:
- Brett Seymour: Windjammer Wreck
- Susanna Pershern, Submerged Resources Center: Little Africa Reef, Historic Coaling Pier Pilings
- NPS: Texas Rock Coral Reef
- Shutterstock / BlueBarronPhoto: Magnificent Frigatebird Flying Around Fort Jefferson, Wild Brown Pelican in Dry Tortugas, Wild Green Sea Turtle in Moat, Wild Hermit Crab Near Fort Jefferson, Wild Western Palm Warbler Perched on Leaves
- Shutterstock / Chris LaBasco: Moat Wall
- Shutterstock / Dan Kosmayer: Loggerhead Lighthouse
- Shutterstock / Felix Lipov: Bush Key, Garden Key
- Shutterstock / Henryk Sadura: Tortugas Harbor Lighthouse
- Shutterstock / Lindsey Martin Webb: Snorkeling Outside the Moat
- Shutterstock / Matthew Jolley: Brown Noddy in the Dry Tortugas
- Shutterstock / Nagel Photography: Beaches
- Shutterstock / Mia2you: Fort Jefferson
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