Everglades National Park

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the park preserves one of the largest tropical wetlands in the world. Known for its vast sawgrass prairies, mangroves, and unique wildlife like alligators and wading birds, it’s a haven for nature lovers and adventurers.

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A wildlife rescue center near the park, the Outpost rehabilitates native and exotic animals. Visitors can see rescued animals, learn about conservation, and even participate in educational tours.

15 minutes

Flamingo Visitor Center

This southernmost visitor center offers information on the park's ecology, boat rentals, and scenic views of Florida Bay. It’s an ideal spot for kayaking, birdwatching, and spotting manatees and crocodiles.

10 minutes

Gumbo Limbo Trail

A short, shaded trail that winds through a tropical hardwood hammock, showcasing lush vegetation like gumbo limbo trees and ferns. It’s a peaceful walk with opportunities to spot wildlife and learn about the park’s plant diversity.

10 minutes

Anhinga Trail

One of the park’s most popular trails, this boardwalk loop takes visitors through wetlands where they can see alligators, anhingas, and herons up close. It’s a must-visit for wildlife enthusiasts.

10 minutes

Mahogany Hammock

Leading to Mahogany Hammock, this scenic road winds through tropical hardwood forests. At the end, a boardwalk allows visitors to experience towering mahogany trees and dense vegetation.

15 minutes

Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center (Pass By)

Named after a key advocate for the park, this visitor center features exhibits on the Everglades’ ecosystems, orientation resources, and ranger-led programs to deepen your understanding of the park.

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Offering sweeping views over the sawgrass prairies, this elevated boardwalk and observation tower provides an excellent vantage point for sunrise or sunset and a chance to observe the vastness of the Everglades.

15 minutes

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This short trail leads through a pine rockland ecosystem, one of the rarest habitats in the park. Visitors can observe unique flora like slash pines, palmettos, and wildflowers.

10 minutes

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Stretching through the heart of the park, this scenic road offers access to various trails, overlooks, and visitor centers. It’s a great way to experience the park’s diverse ecosystems.

15 minutes

Nine Mile Pond Canoe Trail

A marked canoe trail that winds through mangroves, sawgrass marshes, and open ponds. It’s a tranquil adventure for paddlers to explore the unique wetland scenery and wildlife.

10 minutes

Snake Bight

A scenic trail that leads through coastal prairie and mangrove forests, ending at a view of Florida Bay. It’s a popular route for birdwatchers, especially for spotting wading birds.

15 minutes

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This secluded trail leads through a coastal prairie and mangrove habitat. It’s ideal for adventurous hikers looking for solitude and the chance to observe diverse birdlife.

10 minutes

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Near the Flamingo area, this trail loops around Eco Pond, a popular birdwatching site with views of wading birds and alligators. It’s a peaceful walk with interpretive signs about the area’s ecology.

10 minutes