Work on the Boca Chita Lighthouse will begin Monday 01/20/2025. During this project the lighthouse will be closed to the public and scaffolding will be erected temporarily obscuring views of this iconic landmark. Updates will be provided when available.
Locations:Big Cypress National Preserve, Biscayne National Park, Dry Tortugas National Park, Everglades National Park
Date Released:2024-09-27
Following the passing of Hurricane Helene, visitors to the South Florida National Parks and Preserve should continue to exercise caution with the potential for unidentified hazards on land and in park waters. Marine waters continue to be open in all locations, but parks are still assessing missing or damaged aids to navigation. Closures or special conditions are available on each park’s website under Alerts.
Locations:Biscayne National Park, Everglades National Park
Date Released:2024-08-27
The National Park Service (NPS) and the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida today entered into two historic co-stewardship agreements for Everglades and Biscayne national parks. A formal signing ceremony was held at the Miccosukee Reserved Area within Everglades National Park. The Tribe and the national parks will implement the agreements through joint and cooperative endeavors focused on the natural and cultural resources of mutual interest.
The National Park Service (NPS) today announced the selection of Sarah Hopson as superintendent of Biscayne National Park, effective July 28. Hopson served as the park’s acting superintendent for four months this year.
The Biscayne Beach Cleanup (BBC) volunteer program at Biscayne National Park has been selected as the national award recipient of the George and Helen Hartzog Innovation Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service.
HOMESTEAD, Fla. – Biscayne National Park staff are monitoring elevated water temperatures and resulting impacts on the park’s coral reefs. Higher than average water temperatures, occurring earlier in the season than usual, have led to extremely warm conditions and coral bleaching.
Tropical Storm Nicole Update: The park remains open on 11/09/22, but with minimal services available. Park staff are closely monitoring the storm and will update this page if any closures go into effect. Please check this site for updates before visiting the park on 11/10/2022.
