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Biscayne National Park – an Introduction
The Biscayne National Park of Florida is a spectacular USA National Park. This national park in U.S lies in South Florida and is the largest marine park in the U.S national Park System. The principal reason behind setting up this park is to protect the protect the southern section of Biscayne Bay and the several Florida Keys in northernmost boundary. The shores lined by the mangrove trees, a shallow bay, the living coral reefs primp the Biscayne National Park with a splendid charm. The National Park consists of both land portion and parts including various underdeveloped island mass. It is a nice gateway, if you are looking for a entertaining and relaxing vacation.
Visiting Biscayne National Park
The best way to explore the Biscayne National Park is by taking the waterway. If you have a personal boat then it is really a great treat, otherwise you should go for a concessioner-run cruise. The trip will provide you with unique opportunity to enjoy the underwater reefs through the glass bottom cruise. If you are a snorkeling enthusiast then it will be yet wonderful as you can participate in the snorkeling cruise and swim down to explore the world of corals. There are also scuba cruises, where qualified divers will guide you through the enchanting world underwater. You can also undertake a walking trip along the shore lined with mangroves and examine the coast in a vivid manner. There is a museum in the Dante Fascell Visitor Center. A visit there is also a nice option. There you can take part in audio visual programs and ranger led talk shows. The guided tours of Biscayne National can also be indulged in.
Camping: The two campgrounds in Biscayne National Park are located on islands,. They can only be accessed to by boat. There are private boats which reach the campers to the campsites throughout the year. During the winter and spring months access to the islands are offered on charge by the concessioner. RV camping is not available in Biscayne National Park.
Opening Hours
The Biscayne National Park is open daily throughout the day. The Adams Key is a day use area only and can only be accessed by boat. The headquarter and the visitor center of the park is located at Convoy Point. It is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The Dante Fascell Visitor Center is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
How to Reach
Air: The nearest airport to Biscayne National Park is at Miami.
Road: The road route to the national park runs from Miami. If you are coming from Florida, then take Turnpike (Fla. 821) south to Speedway Boulevard and turn left (south). Homestead is about 9 miles from the park and S.W. 328th Street (to be taken to reach the entrance of the park at Convoy Point.
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