Everglades National Park covers 1.5 million acres of subtropical wilderness in South Florida. The surrounding area offers airboat tours, wildlife encounters, and access to the unique River of Grass ecosystem from multiple entrance points.
Everglades Airboat Tours
High-speed airboat rides through the sawgrass marshes spotting alligators, birds, and turtles with experienced guides.
Shark Valley
15-mile loop road in the park with a tram tour, bike rentals, and an observation tower for wildlife viewing.
Anhinga Trail
Famous boardwalk trail at Royal Palm where alligators, anhingas, and herons are easily spotted up close.
10,000 Islands Kayaking
Paddle through a maze of mangrove islands in the Gulf Coast section of the park, spotting dolphins and manatees.
Everglades Alligator Farm
Tourist attraction in Homestead with alligator shows, airboat rides, and a live alligator pit.
Flamingo Visitor Center
Remote southern tip of the park with kayaking, fishing, camping, and spectacular bird watching.
Robert Is Here Fruit Stand
Legendary Homestead fruit stand selling exotic tropical fruits, milkshakes, and local honey since 1959.
Biscayne National Park
95% underwater national park east of the Everglades with snorkeling, diving, and boat tours to reef and keys.
Official Tourism Resources
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