1.5M acres
Park Size
942,130
Annual Visitors
40 mi
Trail Miles
300
Campsites
About Everglades National Park
Everglades National Park protects the southern portion of the original Everglades, a unique wetland ecosystem found nowhere else on Earth. Often called a 'River of Grass,' the Everglades is actually a slow-moving river flowing from Lake Okeechobee to Florida Bay. The park is home to 36 threatened or endangered species, including the Florida panther and American crocodile. It was the first national park established primarily to protect an ecosystem rather than scenic beauty.
Park Highlights
- Shark Valley
- Anhinga Trail
- Flamingo
- Ten Thousand Islands
- Pa-hay-okee Overlook
- Royal Palm
Activities
Wildlife
Visitor Information
$30
Entrance Fee
Winter
Best Seasons
Visitor Tips
- Dry season (December-April) is best for wildlife
- Bring bug spray - mosquitoes are intense in wet season
- Book kayak tours and backcountry permits in advance
- Bring binoculars for birdwatching
Location
Official Resources
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