• Purple, yellow, gold and orange sponges and soft corals wave against a turquioise sea.

    Biscayne

    National Park Florida

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    Winds, surge and tides associated with Hurricane Sandy caused considerable damage to docks & boardwalk at Elliott Key. The harbor and campground are closed until further notice. University Dock remains open for day use only. More »

Distance Learning Opportunities

Biscayne National Park is a great place to come on a field trip or to explore on your own, but not everyone lives close enough to get to the park. So what's the next-best thing? How about a virtual visit? There are two electronic field trips available:
 
Wreckers at work

Wreck Ashore! Electronic Field Trip

Join underwater archaeologist and park ranger Brenda to explore Biscayne's shipwreck heritage. Where were the ships coming from? What were they carrying? Why are there so many shipwrecks in the park? You'll discover the answers to these questions and more in this interactive experience.

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diverse coral reef surrounded by tiny fish.

Underwater Ecosystem Adventure Electronic Field Trip

Ranger Maria guides you on an exploration of mangroves, seagrasses and coral reefs in this virtual underwater adventure. Discover the park's four primary ecosystems, how they are related, and why they are important to people. Teacher materials are available for this experience.

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Boca Chita Lighthouse with pelican in front.

Junor Ranger! Electronic Field Trip

Accompany Biscayne National Park visitors Penny and Ryan as they embark on a journey to become Junior Rangers. Follow them on a scavenger hunt, an exploration of the mangroves, and a trip to the coral reef. This virtual field trip was created in cooperation with WPBT's Channel 2 KidVision VPK program.

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Picnic at Porgy Traveling Trunk

Picnic at Porgy is a Traveling Trunk that can be delivered to any classroom. At this teacher-led "picnic" students explore the pioneering and African American history of Biscayne on Porgy Key.

  • Skype with a Ranger! Skype with a Ranger!

    Learn more about Biscayne via a web-chat with a Park Ranger. Read More

Did You Know?

Pat Cummins' painting of mangroves at Adams Key

Rotating art exhibits in Biscayne National Park's Dante Fascell Visitor Center Gallery highlight the works of both established and emerging artists who are inspired by the park's natural beauty.