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

    Biscayne

    National Park Florida

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  • Elliott Key Harbor and Campground Closed

    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 »

Skype with a Ranger

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Do you have any questions about National Parks that need answering? Do you wonder what makes Biscayne so special? You can interview a Park Ranger or Scientist via Skype any time of the year to have your questions answered.

Please contact the Education Program for more information or to schedule your Skype session: (305) 230-7275 x 08 or
e-mail us.

 
 
 

Did You Know?

manatees

Manatees are aquatic relatives of elephants. They have thick gray skin, coarse hairs, big toenails on their flippers, and lips that can rip and tear plants. Ask a Biscayne National Park ranger for suggestions on good places to look for these gentle giants.