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Things to do in Biscayne

The National Park Service lists 5 things to do at Biscayne National Park. 4 have no extra fee, 5 need no reservation, and 3 allow pets. Each listing links to the full NPS page. Data is from the NPS snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.

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A girl and boy wearing ranger hats and badges peering out from a big shark jaw framing their faces
Photo: NPS photo

Become a Biscayne Junior Ranger

Join Diego the dolphin, Peter the panther and Aleesha the alligator in exploring three South Florida parks (Big Cypress National Preserve, and Biscayne and Everglades National Park).

Year-round

Junior Ranger Program

A group of dark grey birds with orange faces standing on a dock
Photo: NPS photo

Birding at Boca Chita

Along with incredible array of marine life, Biscayne National Park is also home to significant populations of birds including protected species.

1-3 Hours

Birdwatching

A flock of white birds flying overhead in a cloudless, clear blue sky
Photo: NPS photo by Denise Ratajczak

Birding at Convoy Point

Along with incredible array of marine life, Biscayne National Park is also home to significant populations of birds including protected species.

1-2 Hours Pets allowed

Birdwatching

White, black and grey bird with a pointed orange beak and grey legs standing on a post
Photo: NPS photo

Birding at Elliott Key

Along with incredible array of marine life, Biscayne National Park is also home to significant populations of birds including protected species.

1-3 Hours Pets allowed

Birdwatching

Fishing in Biscayne National Park

Biscayne National Park preserves unique marine habitat and nursery environments that sustain diverse native fishery resources and support world-class fishing for spiny lobster, snapper, grouper, tarpon and bonefish.

Fee applies Pets allowed

Saltwater Fishing

Before you go

Check current alerts and closures, entrance fees and operating hours for Biscayne. Programs and tours can change with the season or be cancelled on short notice — confirm on the NPS page before you plan around one.

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