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The Yankee Freedom Dry Tortugas National Park Blog offers insightful information about a variety of things to do in Key West along with news articles and interesting facts about the treasured historical landmark. Check back often for updated content, special events, and promotions.

guests on a walkway above a moat that connects to the entrance to Fort Jefferson, a large brick structure, and to the right is a sign that reads ‘Fort Jefferson Dry Tortugas National Park’ mounted on brick

Dry Tortugas National Park Economic Benefits

New Report shows visitor spending supports 33 jobs in local economy and created $3.2 million in revenue for local businesses in Key West. HOMESTEAD, Florida – A new National Park Service ...

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Best Key West Eco Tours For Vacation Visitors

A tiny island paradise at the southernmost tip of the USA, Key West is surrounded by cerulean waters and gorgeous natural scenery and is home to one of the most ...

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Fort Jefferson Facts

Fort Jefferson is located within the Dry Tortugas, a group of small islands in the Gulf of Mexico. Just 70 miles due west of Key West, Florida, it’s the largest ...

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Key West Day Trips To The Dry Tortugas

Have you ever been to the Dry Tortugas? If not, next time you’re heading out on a Key West vacation, make plans to visit this natural and historical wonder in ...

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Snorkeling and Fishing

Love to snorkel and fish? Then you cannot miss the chance to visit the Dry Tortugas National Park. If you’re in Key West, make a reservation to take a ferry ...

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Top Rated Things To Do In Key West

About 70 miles west of Key West, lay one of the most stunning eco attractions you’ll ever encounter. The Dry Tortugas National Park, a remote collection of islands in the ...

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Dry Tortugas Facts

A visit to Key West, Florida isn’t complete without an outing to the Dry Tortugas National Park. Situated in the Gulf of Mexico, 70 miles west of Key West, the ...

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Top Places For Camping In Key West & The Florida Keys

What better way to enjoy the tropical scenery that the Florida Keys are famous for than camping out among nature? The area is rich and diverse with so many beautiful ...

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underwater photo of the reef and various fish

Best Florida Keys Snorkeling Spots

Everyone knows that if you’re looking to snorkel, there’s only one thing to do, head to the Florida Keys. Here, the gorgeous turquoise waters are home to the third longest ...

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National Parks by State

ALASKA Denali National Park & Preserve - Denali Park, AK Denali's dynamic glaciated landscape supports a diversity of wildlife with grizzly bears, caribou, wolves, Dall sheep and moose. Summer slopes are graced ...

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