Everglades National Park By, Mrs. Passerini

40001 State Road 9336 Homestead, FL 33034

Background Information The Everglades is the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States It covers over 2,400 miles Protected land that provides important habitat for numerous rare and endangered species like the manatee,  American crocodile, and the elusive Florida panther. There are many research groups at the park such as wildlife monitoring, invasive animal and plant programs, ecological and hydrological monitoring to name a few. Vehicle Cost is $25, Cost per bicycle is $8

Canoe and Kayak Tours Everglades National Park offers many paddling opportunities to explore the natural beauty of this park through freshwater marsh, mangrove forests, and the open waters of Florida Bay. Canoe and kayak trips range from a few hours to several days depending on length and complexity of the trail. You can bring your own canoe or kayak and launch from several locations around the park or rentals are available at the Flamingo Marina or Gulf Coast Visitor Center. Alternatively you could hire a permitted guide who will outfit your trip and lead your adventure.

Backcountry Camping Camp Sites Backcountry camp sites provide the perfect opportunity to experience the vast wilderness of the Everglades. Visitors can select between a variety of ground sites, beach sites and elevated camping platforms known as chickees. Backcountry sites are found from the Ten Thousand Islands, south around Cape Sable, the interior waterways, and in Florida Bay. The majority of sites are accessible by canoe, kayak or motorboat, though one may be reached by foot from Flamingo. Visitors should be aware that no backcountry site is available by car.

Alerts Long Pine Key Campground is Closed Alert 1 , Severity ,information ,, Long Pine Key Campground is Closed Long Pine Key Campground will remain closed for the summer months. Camping is available at Flamingo Campground by self-registration. Flamingo Boat Tours Temporarily Unavailable Alert 2 , Severity ,information, Flamingo Boat Tours Temporarily Unavailable -Boat tours are temporarily unavailable at Everglades National Park's Flamingo site. For updates, please call the park's concessioner at 239-695-4901.

Shark Observatory

American Alligator