Dry Tortuga's, anyone been and advice for first timer going?

fins26 · Post by **fins26** » April 5, 2003 7:11 pm

trying to plan a camping trip to the Dry Tortuga's for August, boat's all set, camping equipment is getting there, any advice? wisdom, stories? im a better sailor and fisherman then a camper so thats my biggest concern. Plus not wussing out and just staying in Key West drunk all weekend.

ECPirate · Post by **ECPirate** » April 5, 2003 9:25 pm

Great question fins26, I've been thinking about planning a trip there next time I go to KW. Any tips and info from someone whos' been would be great. Camping out there also also sounds great, but I don't know if I could talk the wife into that one.

Crazy Navy Flyer · Post by **Crazy Navy Flyer** » April 6, 2003 1:32 pm

I've been there a few times but never camped. I've anchored out and also stayed inside the Ranger's quarters. Its been a few years but I remember you had to take everything with you, ice, water, food. No 7-11 or anything else. Its a great place to explore especially if you're a history buff.

IP 42 · Post by **IP 42** » April 6, 2003 6:08 pm

I was there for a day this past November. They were not allowing overnight camping. It's a 2 hour ferry ride each way and very remote, but a great day trip for the snorkeling. The following link has more info.

http://www.nps.gov/drto/pphtml/newseven ... l4979.html

Big Red Parrothead · Post by **Big Red Parrothead** » April 7, 2003 8:32 am

Take plenty of bug spray! They can have some serious mosquitoes out there. But otherwise it is a fantastic trip! I've never had the chance (yet!) to go camping there, so I'm jealous. You'll have a great time!