Parks / The Southeast and the Keys
Biscayne
Stop 3 of 51 on the loop. Stay in Homestead FL, give it 2 nights, and plan the day around Boat tour / Boca Chita.
- State
- FL
- Stay in
- Homestead FL
- Nights on this route
- 2
- Month on this route
- April
- Don't miss
- Boat tour / Boca Chita
- Getting here
- Same base as Everglades, no driving.
- Next stop
- Dry Tortugas, 128 mi, about 3 h 20 min.
About the Park
Within sight of Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs. Evidence of 10,000 years of human history is here too; from prehistoric tribes to shipwrecks, and pineapple farmers to presidents. For many, the park is a boating, fishing, and diving destination, while others enjoy a warm breeze and peaceful scenery.
Description from the National Park Service.
Where to Stay
On this route you sleep in Homestead FL, where the crossing leaves from. Gateway towns have more lodging, groceries and fuel than the park itself. If you want an in-park lodge instead, the busiest parks book up as early as 13 months out.
Entrance Fees
The NPS lists no entrance fee for this park. Tours, ferries, parking or campgrounds may still cost money.
An $80 America the Beautiful annual pass covers entry at every national park; on a trip like this it pays for itself after three parks. Fees from the NPS, checked 2026-10-18.
Nearby Parks
- Everglades same base
- Dry Tortugas about 103 mi as the crow flies
- Congaree about 590 mi as the crow flies
Official site: https://www.nps.gov/bisc/. Route data checked 2026-10-19.