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The Garden Key Lighthouse, perched atop Fort Jefferson, has guided mariners through the remote Dry Tortugas since 1826. The original brick tower was replaced in 1876 with the current iron structure, which still stands today. Though no longer active, the lighthouse remains a striking landmark and a reminder of the island’s maritime past. Visible from much of Garden Key, it offers a picturesque backdrop to the fort and surrounding turquoise waters, capturing the spirit of isolation and resilience that defines Dry Tortugas National Park.
The Yankee Freedom Ferry departs from the Key West Ferry...
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