# Dry Tortugas National Park-Special Regulations
> **National Park Service** · Final rule. · Published 2006-12-20 · Effective 2007-01-19 · 71 FR 76154
## Document
- **Document number:** E6-21646
- **Category:** park-regulation
- **Sub-agency:** National Park Service
- **Federal Register citation:** 71 FR 76154
- **CFR reference:** 36 CFR 7
- **Publication date:** 2006-12-20
- **Effective date:** 2007-01-19
## Abstract

This rule will delete obsolete regulations; limit the area, extent and methods of recreational fishing within portions of the park's boundaries; implement a Research Natural Area (RNA); clarify the Superintendent's authority to regulate fishing, boating, and permitted activities; regulate vessel operation, anchoring and human activity; provide enhanced protection for shipwrecks consistent with State and Federal law; and restrict discharges into park waters. Definitions have also been added to clarify terminology.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2006/12/20/E6-21646/dry-tortugas-national-park-special-regulations)
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