Carysfort Lighthouse Reef
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Carysfort Reef is one of the more remote reefs in the Upper Keys and is the largest Sanctuary Protected Area in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. It’s 2.2 square miles and, at the shallowest area, has a large lighthouse.
Carysfort is home to some stunning Elkhorn and Star Coral formations. The sheer variety of marine life makes for incredible diving.
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Green Turtle
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Hawksbill Turtle
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