Dry Tortugas Wedding at Fort Jefferson: Brianna and Jon Michael

 A Once-in-a-Lifetime National Park Wedding in the Middle of the Ocean

When your wedding takes place in a 19th-century fort on an island 70 miles off the coast of Key West—there’s no need for much else. Dry Tortugas National Park is remote, wild, and completely unforgettable. This is not your typical destination wedding—it’s a true adventure.

Getting married at Fort Jefferson takes some planning (and a seaplane or ferry ride), but the payoff? Absolutely unreal. Think of ocean views in every direction, with no cell service and nothing but the sound of the waves and the people you love most.

A National Park Wedding Unlike Any Other

Brianna and Jon Michael couple wanted something personal, completely unplugged, and far from traditional expectations. Dry Tortugas gave them all of that.

With just a few guests, the day unfolded with zero stress and endless intention. The fort became their ceremony backdrop. The beach hosted the post-wedding hang. And the boat ride back was full of stories, snacks, and champagne.

What to Know If You're Planning a Dry Tortugas Wedding

You’ll need a special use permit from the National Park Service

  • Access is by ferry or seaplane only—and space is limited
  • This is a pack-in, pack-out kind of place—minimal infrastructure, primary reward
  • Weather is part of the story (and I’ll be ready rain or shine)
  • Fort Jefferson makes for truly one-of-a-kind wedding portraits

Key West Wedding Vendors

Photography: Michael Freas

Videography: Christian Fernandez

Venues: Dry Tortugas National Park and Fort Zachary Taylor Key West, Florida

Jeep Rental: Key West Jeep Adventures

Seaplane: Key West Seaplane Adventures

Why My Style Works Here

Documentary-style photography fits right in at a place like this. You don’t need staged moments or complicated setups—you just need someone who knows how to move with the light, catch the wind in your veil, and capture how the ocean makes you feel like you’re the only person in the world.

Let's Talk About Your Dry Tortugas Wedding Plans

If you’re dreaming of an intimate, off-the-grid wedding in one of the most stunning places in the country, I’d love to be the one who documents it for you. I’ve photographed weddings all over the Florida Keys and know how to navigate the unique logistics of Dry Tortugas—from permits to ferries to timelines that don’t follow the usual script.

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