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Dry Tortugas National Park has limited options for vessels landing on Garden Key during grouper season

April 24, 2023 · Source: National Park Service

Aerial view of the main dock and adjacent narrow beach with boat anchored and kayaks on shore. Additional boats are moored in the harbor. — Image supplied by the National Park Service. View the original image and credit

Beginning May 1, the small dinghy beach between the main dock and the seaplane beach will be open from sunrise until 10 a.m. and again from 3 p.m. to sunset. The beach will be closed to all landings from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Read the official NPS source

What Travelers Need to Know

Check the affected roads, trails or facilities and the dates in the official notice. Plan an alternate route or activity if your itinerary uses the affected area.

Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.

Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.

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