How much does it cost to enter Dry Tortugas National Park?

Entrance to Dry Tortugas National Park starts at $15. See the fees section above for each pass and vehicle type.

A few of the stars at night with a view of Fort Jefferson.

NATIONAL PARK

Dry Tortugas National Park

Almost 70 miles (113 km) west of Key West lies the remote Dry Tortugas National Park.

Photo: NPS Photo / Brett Seymour / NPS

state

things to do

$15

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OVERVIEW

About Dry Tortugas National Park

Almost 70 miles (113 km) west of Key West lies the remote Dry Tortugas National Park. This 100-square mile park is mostly open water with seven small islands. Accessible only by boat or seaplane, the park is known the world over as the home of magnificent Fort Jefferson, picturesque blue waters, superlative coral reefs and marine life, and the vast assortment of bird life that frequents the area.

BEFORE YOU GO

Entrance fees

Entrance - Per Person

$15.00

The entrance fee for Dry Tortugas National Park is $15.00 per person and is good for 7 consecutive days. Any person 15 years old and under is exempt from paying an entrance fees (including international visitors). Ferry tickets include the cost of entrance to the park, but NOT camping fees. Seaplane will charge the entrance fee upon arrival. Plan to bring cash for each person aged 16-years of age and older. Private boaters may purchase a digital pass in advance or pay cash/check at Garden Key main dock.

WHEN TO GO

Hours

Dry Tortugas

Mon: All Day
Tue: All Day
Wed: All Day
Thu: All Day
Fri: All Day
Sat: All Day
Sun: All Day

THINGS TO DO

Activities

AstronomyBirdwatchingBoat TourBoatingBookstore and Park StoreCampingFishingGuided ToursHands-OnJunior Ranger ProgramPaddlingSCUBA DivingShoppingSnorkelingStargazingSwimmingVolunteer VacationWildlife Watching

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Getting there

The climate in the Dry Tortugas is subtropical, which basically means that it has warm and tropical weather in the range of 60°F to 90°F. The two main seasons are the winter stormy season from December through March which is windier and sees rougher seas, and the summertime tropical storm season from June through November where there is a higher chance of isolated storms. During the summers it is hot and humid. During the winter the temperature is milder and drier.

Directions →Official NPS page →

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to enter Dry Tortugas National Park?: Entrance to Dry Tortugas National Park starts at $15. See the fees section above for each pass and vehicle type.
What is there to do at Dry Tortugas National Park?: Popular activities include Astronomy, Birdwatching, Boat Tour, Boating, Bookstore and Park Store, Camping.