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Everglades National Park

Everglades National Park
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Type of Site
Wilderness, Mountains, Trails, Beaches, Lakes, Rivers
Neighborhood
East
Interests That Apply
Outdoors, Science, Sports & Recreation
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Price: $5-$10
$10 per vehicle, good for 7 days entrance to park.
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Partial
Mobility Obstacles: Extended Walking Required Dirt/off-road walking Waterways
Water/Drinks: NOT available at this site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Available
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Everglades National Park

Largest Subtropical Wilderness in North America


Off The Beaten Path

Address: Phone:
40001 State Rd.
9336
Homestead, FL 33034-6733
+1 305 242 7700
Fax: +1 305 242 7711

Description

Everglades National Park, at the top of the Keys, supports eight separate ecosystems among more than a million acres. One of these ecosystems encompasses some of the shallow backcountry waters of Florida Bay and is easily accessed by boat from the Upper Keys. Flamingo Visitor Center serves as the kingpin for a wide range of ranger-led activities.


What you should know before visiting Everglades National Park

Times & Dates

Open Hours: 24 hrs
Visit Time: Full day(8hr)-2 days
Best Time to Visit: November, December, January, February, March, April.
Why Best: Cool, dry, fewer mosquitoes.
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: A boat excursion from the Keys will be a full day. A day trip by automobile to Flamingo will be a long day trip. Figure 2 full days if staying overnight in Flamingo.
Price: $5-$10
Price Notes: $10 per vehicle, good for 7 days entrance to park.

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Ferry/Boat
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: Free
Notes: Included with entrance fee.


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