Very few people have ever heard of the Dry Tortugas and they certainly don't know where they are. A month ago I had never heard of them either. Well, I've seen them and I'm recommending them to anyone that plans to visit the Keys. A cluster of seven small islands are part of the Dry Tortugas National Park. It is located about 70 miles west of Key West. Just far enough off the beaten path to be pristine. The blues of the water and sky are remarkable. There are no resorts, restaurants or stores. Whatever is needed during your stay must be brought with you. There are beautiful beaches, water so clear we could see our anchor laying on the bay floor and a fort that was built in the 1800's. There are only two ways to visit: a boat or sea plane. That certainly cuts down on the drive bys.
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| Fort Jefferson was started in 1846, and even though construction continued for 30 years it was never completed. |
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| The eight-foot-thick walls were 50 feet tall with three gun tiers on each wall. |
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| Overlooking the 17 acre yard. Dr Samuel Mudd was imprisoned here after he assisted John Wilkes Booth after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. |
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| Walking the moat wall. |
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| Brian takes a snooze while Bonnie and I do butt bumps...... |
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| No, butt bumps -- we're having a stone skipping competition. |
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| It was a very friendly competition. I don't remember who won, which probably means I lost. |
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| A death defying three mile dingy ride took us across the bay to visit Loggerhead. |
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| One of the sea planes that brings visitors to the park took off between Bon Voyage and Gotta Smile. |
Gotta smile -- we're lovin the ride!
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