Everglades National Park
1,508,938
Acres
942K/year
Annual Visitors
$35
Entry Fee
December through April (dry season)
Best Time to Visit
National Park Service
National Park
Everglades became a national park on December 6, 1947, and is the only national park established primarily to protect a biological ecosystem rather than a geological feature. It is the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States at 1.5 million acres and the only place in the world where alligators and crocodiles coexist.
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When to Visit Everglades
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Jan Best
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Jun
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Sep
90°
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Oct
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Nov
82°
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Dec Best
78°
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Campgrounds in Everglades
Flamingo Campground
$50/nightThe Flamingo campground is one of two drive-in campgrounds accessible from the Homestead entrance of the park. It offers solar-heated showers, two dump stations, picnic...
Reserve a SiteLong Pine Key Campground
$33/nightLong Pine Key campground is open seasonally November-May. It is one of two frontcountry camping options run by the “Flamingo Adventures'' concession. Reservations are available...
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Gear and guides we recommend for Everglades. Affiliate links help support our work.
Trail Map
Everglades National Geographic Trails Illustrated
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Guidebook
Everglades field guide with trail details and planning info
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Hotels Near Everglades
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America the Beautiful Pass
$80/year. Covers entrance fees at all 2,000+ federal recreation sites.
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Water Shoes
Quick-drying grip for shorelines, narrows, and river crossings.
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Dry Bag
Keep your phone, camera, and spare clothes dry near water.
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Sun Hat
Full-brim coverage for exposed trails with zero shade.
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Getting to Everglades
Gateway Towns
- Homestead, FL
- Florida City, FL
- Everglades City, FL
Nearest Airports
- MIA Miami International 40 mi
- FLL Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood 70 mi
- RSW Southwest Florida International 80 mi
Everglades Map
VC Visitor Center
CG Campground
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