Everglades National Park
Overview
Everglades National Park protects a unique and unparalleled landscape. Spanning 1.5 million acres, the Everglades' wet sawgrass prairies, mangrove swamps, Florida Bay and Gulf Coast estuaries, and dry tropical hardwood hammocks and pinelands provide habitat for a wildlife spectacle like no other. The park is home to numerous rare and endangered species like the manatee, American crocodile, and the elusive Florida panther as well as a host of other wildlife such as turtles, herons, alligators, and dolphins. Visitors can enjoy a multitude of activities including hiking, canoeing, biking, camping, ranger-led programs, tram tours, and boat tours. The opportunities to explore the amazing subtropical wilderness of the Everglades are endless.
To learn more about Everglades National Park, visit www.nps.gov.
Local Info
Visiting Tips
Fees & Passes:
To learn more about park fees, click here.
Camping & Lodging
There are two drive-in campgrounds accessible from the Homestead entrance of the park. Both accommodate tents and RV's with a limited number of group sites. Camping is available year-round, although if visiting during the wet season (June through November) visitors should come prepared for the conditions. For more information on camping in the park, click here.
- Long Pine Key Campground: 108 sites available on a first come, first served basis. 1 group site that can be reserved by calling (305) 242-7700. Open seasonally November through May.
- Flamingo Campground: 234 sites. Reservations can be made online or by calling 1 (877) 444-6777.
Additionally, there are a number of backcountry camping sites in the park ranging from ground sites, beach sites, and elevated camping platforms. A backcountry permit is required for all wilderness campsites and must be issued the day before at either the Flamingo or Gulf Coast Visitor Center or the fee station at the main park entrance in Homestead. For more information on backcountry camping, click here.
Lodging:
There is no lodging located in the park, but visitors can find a variety of accommodations in the nearby towns of Homestead or Miami.
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Other Activities
Everglades National Park Biking
- 11 Miles 18 Kilometers of Trail
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