Boating in Biscayne

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Introduction Boating is the perfect way to explore Biscayne National Park. With your boat you can enjoy the protected waters of Biscayne Bay, you can travel to the northernmost Florida Keys, and you can visit and explore the beautiful living coral reefs. And, your access to all of these magnificent resources is limited only by your available time and your skills as a boat operator. Your skills as a boat operator are of primary importance while you are boating in the park to both ensure your safety and to protect our fragile resources. With this in mind: Know boating's "Rules of the Road" and always keep Boating Safety in mind. Have and use the Nautical Chart for the area you are in. NOAA Chart 11451 covers the waters of Biscayne National Park and is available from the Florida National Parks and Monuments Association's Online Bookstore (Parks/Camping Topic area). Always comply with Slow Speed Zones. Watch the water depth and avoid Running Aground. Use Mooring Buoys when they are available. Most of the waters in Biscayne National Park are very shallow and knowing the tides is very important. See Tide Charts. Florida State fishing regulations and licensing requirements apply and are enforced within the park (Click here for Saltwater Fishing Regulations). Fisheries Management Plan Get involved in the future of Biscayne National Park's fisheries.

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For additional information about Biscayne National Park, please contact the park at:

Biscayne National Park
9700 SW 328th Street
Homestead, FL 33033-5634

(305) 230-7275

or Ask A Park Ranger

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Last Updated: Wednesday, April 2, 2003, 11:30:00
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