Biscayne National Park near Miami, FL is not like most parks. Here water and sky overwhelm the scenery in every direction, leaving the bits of low-lying land looking remote and insignificant. This is paradise for marine life, water birds, boaters, fishermen, snorkelers and divers alike. The water is refreshingly clean and amazingly clear. Only the maintenance of the natural interplay between the mainland, Biscayne Bay, keys, reefs and the Florida Straits keeps it that way. The region's Caribbean-like climate envelops the park with year round warmth, sunshine and abundant rainfall. Tropical life thrives. The land is overflowing with an unusual collection of trees, ferns, vines, flowers and shrubs. Forests are lush, dark, humid, and green; many birds, butterflies and other animals live in these woods.
Located off shore just South of Key Biscayne and the Miami metropolitan area, the park is open year-round. Parts of the park are reached only by seasonal operating boats. Activities: Nature Walks, Swimming, Snokeling, Scuba Diving, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Hiking and Bird Watching.
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