Coral reef with two snorkelers diving below the surface

Florida · Southeast

Biscayne
National Park

Photo: NPS image by Shaun Wolfe · Original photo

Some places change your perspective.

95% water — coral reefs, mangroves and shipwrecks.

Within sight of Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs. Evidence of 10,000 years of human history is here too; from prehistoric tribes to shipwrecks, and pineapple farmers to presidents. For many, the park is a boating, fishing, and diving destination, while others enjoy a warm breeze and peaceful scenery.

Park information: National Park Service.

LocationFlorida
Designated1980
Coordinates25.49°, -80.21°

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