Only 70 miles away from Key West, Dry Tortugas National Park encompasses seven small islands dotted across the Gulf of Mexico. One of the islands is home to Fort Jefferson, and the rest are excellent for birdwatching and picnicking. As more than 99% of the park is covered by water, there are also some truly incredible opportunities for snorkeling, including the Little Africa Reef and the Windjammer shipwreck. The islands themselves can only be reached by boat or by seaplane, and if you don't have your own vessel, public ferries leave from Key West on a regular basis.

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