#fortjefferson

[thewhistlingoak]

Have you ever thought of visiting a place where you can explore the wonders of nature? Look no further than Dry Tortugas National Park, located in the Gulf of Mexico 70 miles west of Key West, Florida! 

In this article, we’ll share with you our amazing experiences from our visit to this beautiful park and all it has to offer. From snorkeling and kayaking to bird-watching and exploring Fort Jefferson, read on to learn more about what made our trip to Dry Tortugas National Park so special!

[americasgreatoutdoors]

Known for its history, picturesque blue waters, superlative coral reefs, and the vast assortment of bird life that frequents the area, Dry Tortugas National Park is an isolated gem surrounded by a wilderness of ocean.  

Dry Tortugas lies at the farthest end of the Florida Keys. The colorful corals, sea grass, and reef fish that call this watery wonderland home, are some of the most vibrant in the world. Photo by National Park Service  

[garymcadams]

Fort Jefferson, Dry Tortugas, is a National Part located about 75 miles off of Key West. It was also the prison where Doctor Mudd was held after he set John Wilkes Booth’s broken leg when Booth was fleeing after killing President Lincoln, Gary Mcadams, Key West Realtor, 305-731-0501 
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[vincentdewey]

Fort Jefferson

Vincent Dewey Photography

[ticketsdaddy]

Fort Jefferson Travel Fact

Tickets Daddy

[bucketlisttravelexpert]

Fort Jefferson, Dry Tortugas #bltraveling #bucketlist #bucketlisttravel #photooftheday #photographer #photography #photoshoot #travelphotography #traveling #travelgram #travel #travelblogger #fortjefferson #drytortugasnationalpark (at Dry Tortugas) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cgpm7YcP1eC/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[edreamworld]

One of the amazing moment #sunrise #Drytortugas #caribbean #caribbeanmorning #drytortugasnationalpark #fortjefferson #florida #floridakeys #hawaii #roadtriphawaii #dreamamericausa #edreamamerica #roadtrip #nationalparks #nationalparkpassport #nationalparkservice #nationalparksusa #nationalparkjuniorranger #juniorrangerbadge #juniorrangerkids #juniorrangerpatch #juniorranger #juniorrangersash #juniorrangerbanner (at Dry Tortugas) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTikPRVlkXK/?utm_medium=tumblr

[nationalparkposters]

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Dry Tortugas National Park poster revealed... Established in 1992, today you can explore a 19th Century Fort and snorkel crystal clear water with incredible marine life in this 100-square mile park – mostly open water with seven small islands. Accessible only by boat or seaplane, Dry Tortugas National Park is home to the magnificent Fort Jefferson, picturesque blue waters, superlative coral reefs and marine life, and a vast assortment of bird life that frequents the area. https://www.national-park-posters.com/product/dry-tortugas-national-park/ #nationalpark #nationalparks #nationalparkgeek #nationalparkweek #nationalparklife #nationalparkposters #nationalparkposter #drytortugas #drytortugasnationalpark #lighthouse #fortjefferson #gardenkey (at Dry Tortugas National Park)

[kindstarwhale]

4/11-4/13: Misc daytime activities! Not pictured- so much snorkeling. Bonus pic of the greatest tour guide ever, #adamhollywood . . . #frisbee #fishing #shade #reading #beach #drytortugas #fortjefferson #justchilling #guidedtour #storytelling #grilling (at Dry Tortugas National Park) https://www.instagram.com/katina.bolos/p/BwRhHBLgE05gooLzoOMYen9VsdsXA2-zJvk9000/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=mlnslsamd7bm

[nationalparkpatchlady]

And I almost forgot it's #DRTOMonday ...another beautiful angle of one of the least visited parks of the Big 59. #NPS #nationalparks #drytortugas #florida #floridakeys #findyourpark #gooutside #islandlife #fortjefferson #nationalparkservice #big59 #optoutside #wanderlust #travel #explore #learn

[drewwittig-film]

[timetolearnoclock]

Fort Jeff

“Ghostly Fort Jefferson, once the “Key to the Gulf”, stands in solitude and ruins. Begun in 1846, the 42-million brick structure was abandoned after suffering hurricane, yellow fever, and obsolescence; today it is a national monument. Its cannon never fired a ball in anger. A medieval wet moat in the midst of an ocean guarded against raids and jail breaks. Garden Key, on which the fort stands, is one of the Dry Tortugas (or Turtle Islands), so named by Ponce de Leon when his sailors captured 160 turtles in a night. From the key the Maine sailed to her death in Habana.”

Quote taken from original text included with the image in the magazine

January 1950

[garymcadams]

Fort Jefferson is on an island located about 70 miles west of Key West. It was used as a war fort and also a prison during the Civil War era. Among its most famous prisoners was Dr. Samuel Mudd. Dr. Mudd was imprisoned there for helping John Wilkes Booth escape after Booth had killed President Lincoln. Today Fort Jefferson is a well-known tourist attraction and has some of the best snorkeling and birdwatching in Florida along with the great history of the fort. Gary McAdams, Key West Realtor, 305-731-0501 
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[johnlackphotography]

#drytortugas #floridakeys #fortjefferson #lightpainting https://www.instagram.com/p/BrEGsN4nPug/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=mq8b11w005h3

[bucketlisttravelexpert]

Fort Jefferson, Dry Tortugas #bltraveling #bucketlist #bucketlisttravel #photooftheday #photographer #photography #photoshoot #travelphotography #traveling #travelgram #travel #travelblogger #fortjefferson #drytortugasnationalpark (at Fort Jefferson) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cgpmz7bvcp_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[edreamworld]

#sharkencounter #shark night at #DryTortugas #fortjefferson #gardenkey #bushkey #floridakeys #florida #keywest #yankeefreedom #drytortugasnationalpark #drytortugasphotocontest #nationalparks #usnationalparks #bestnationalpark #mostbeautifulnationalpark #amazingnationalpark #bestdestinationinusa (at Dry Tortugas National Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0Bf1yih04J/?igshid=1mo8k9kpcyghz