Everglades National Park

Everglades National Park protects 1.5 million acres of wetland, forest, and marine habitats just outside Miami, offering visitors an unmatched look at subtropical wilderness.

Established in 1947 as the first national park created specifically for its biodiversity, the park lets guests spot alligators, crocodiles, manatees, and hundreds of bird species along boardwalks like the Anhinga Trail. Popular ways to experience the park include ranger-led programs, tram tours, airboat excursions with park partners, and self-guided driving audio tours.

The park spans multiple entrances, including the main Homestead entrance near the Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center and the Shark Valley entrance with its observation tower.

Facilities include picnic areas, restrooms, and wheelchair-accessible boardwalks, trails, and parking. Whether guests come for a quick two-hour tram tour or a full day of hiking and wildlife watching, the Everglades delivers an only-in-Florida experience that's equally rewarding for families, nature lovers, and first-time visitors to South Florida.