Camping Trip

Camping in the Dry Tortugas National Park is definitely an experience of a lifetime! Imagine sleeping under the stars, on an island 70 miles from civilization, with the warm tropical breezes blowing through palm trees and the rhythmic sound of the ocean waves playing in the background. Camping at the Dry Tortugas is very popular. Reservations on the ferry are limited and sell out 9-12 months in advance so please plan ahead!

Camping at Fort Jefferson is PRIMITIVE CAMPING! In other words, you must bring everything (water included) with you.

Before you make a camping reservation, please read about our Dry Tortugas Camping Information. For your comfort and safety it is extremely important that you read this information. If you have any questions please call 1-800-634-0939.

If you would like to camp at the Dry Tortugas National Park, you must be at the Yankee Freedom III no later than 6:00am the morning of your trip with all of your gear and provisions.

Be sure to have all your Dry Tortugas Camping Checklist of items to take on your camping trip to Dry Tortugas National Park. View our camping rules.

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