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Everglades National PArk

ESTABLISHED: May 30th, 1934

VISITORS IN 2018: 597,124

SIZE: 1,508,938 acres

CLOSEST TOWN: Homestead, Florida

“Everglades National Park protects an unparalleled landscape that provides important habitat for numerous rare and endangered species like the manatee,  American crocodile, and the elusive Florida panther. An international treasure as well -  a World Heritage Site, International Biosphere Reserve, a Wetland of International Importance, and a specially protected area under the Cartagena Treaty.”

- NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

Biscayne Bay National Park

ESTABLISHED: June 28th, 1980

VISITORS IN 2018: 469,253

SIZE: 172,971 acres

CLOSEST TOWN: Miami, Florida

“Within sight of downtown Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs. Here too is evidence of 10,000 years of human history, from pirates and shipwrecks to pineapple farmers and presidents. Outdoors enthusiasts can boat, snorkel, camp, watch wildlife…or simply relax in a rocking chair gazing out over the bay.”

- NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

Dry Tortugas National PArk

ESTABLISHED: October 26th, 1992

VISITORS IN 2018: 56,810

SIZE: 64,701 acres

CLOSEST TOWN: Key West, Florida

“Almost 70 miles (113 km) west of Key West lies the remote Dry Tortugas National Park. This 100-square mile park is mostly open water with seven small islands.  Accessible only by boat or seaplane, the park is known the world over as the home of magnificent Fort Jefferson, picturesque blue waters, superlative coral reefs and marine life, and the vast assortment of bird life that frequents the area.”

- NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

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Everglades National Park - Visitor Centers
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Biscayne National Park - Visitor Center
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Dry Tortugas National Park - Fort Jefferson
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Everglades National Park - Shark Valley Observation Tower
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Biscayne National Park - Boca Chita Key Lighthouse
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Everglades National Park - Coastal Prairie Trail
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Everglades National Park - Mangrove Forests

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