Stretching 428 square miles from Aventura to the northern edge of the Keys, Biscayne Bay abounds in both man-made and natural beauty.

The stunning turquoise-blue waters of the Bay flow smoothly past high-rise hotels and condos, downtown skyscrapers, and towering cruise ships, to lap gently against white sandy beaches of uninhabited barrier islands, and froth in the wake of passing sailboats, attracting dolphins who dive playfully in and out of the water alongside. Below the surface, fish, shrimp, lobsters, stone crabs, and manatees feed amidst dense mangrove roots, gently swaying seagrasses, and soft corals and sponges.

Biscayne Bay offers year-round recreation, from boating, fishing, swimming, diving and sunbathing to outdoor shopping and dining with many secrets waiting to be discovered. However, Biscayne Bay also faces problems, including declines in fisheries, increased pollution, and deterioration of nearshore vegetation.

Citizens' work to protect Biscayne Bay

Citizens is actively working with partners to educate South Florida residents and visitors about the Bay's importance. Our current projects are the Biscayne Bay Alliance and Discover Biscayne Bay Campaign.

To Learn more about the Bay visit the Discover Biscayne Bay website.