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Biscayne Bay is a large body of water located on the southeastern coast of Florida, United States. It spans approximately 35 miles (56 kilometers) in length and is part of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. The bay is named after the Biscayne Bay Lagoon, which was discovered by Spanish explorers in the 16th century.

Historically, the area surrounding Biscayne Bay has been inhabited by various indigenous peoples, including the Tequesta and the Seminole tribes. The Tequesta people were the original inhabitants of the region, and they thrived along the bay's shores for thousands of years.

In the early 16th century, Spanish explorers, including Juan Ponce de León, arrived in the area and encountered the Tequesta. However, the Spanish did not establish a permanent settlement in the region during this time.

During the 19th century, the area surrounding Biscayne Bay witnessed some development as pioneers began to settle in South Florida. However, the bay remained largely untouched and undeveloped until the late 19th and early 20th centuries.