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Biscayne National ParkSchoolmaster snapper hides in red mangrove roots.
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Biscayne National Park
Operating Hours & Seasons

The water portion of Biscayne National Park is open 24 hours a day. Adams Key (accessible only by boat) is a day use area only.

Convoy Point, location of the park's headquarters and visitor center, 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..

The park's concessioner operates a gift shop with food, drinks, souvenirs and gift items that is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. Canoe and kayak rentals are also available. Please call the concessioner directly at 305-230-1100, or visit www.BiscayneUnderwater.com for details on other services offered.

manatees  

Did You Know?
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.

Last Updated: November 26, 2008 at 16:32 EST