Established in 1947 as the first national park created for its biodiversity, Everglades National Park protects 1.5 million acres of wetland, forest, and marine habitats and the native plants and animals that call it home. With several international designations, the park provides a major source of drinking water for local residents of South Florida and recreational opportunities for all.
Photo: NPS Photo by Miguel Salas
Everglades National Park
- LocationHomestead, FL
- Entrance $35 private vehicle
- HoursOpen 24 hours, daily
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Weather now83°F Patchy rain nearby
- Alerts 3 active alerts
Overview
Topics
- Alligators or Crocodiles
- Animals
- Archeology
- Architecture and Building
- Armories
- Artillery
- Arts
- Birds
32 more topics
- Cats (wild)
- Climate Change
- Coasts, Islands and Atolls
- Cold War
- Colonization and Settlement
- Conservation Movement
- Endangered
- Estuaries and Mangroves
- Fire
- Fish
- Geology
- Grasslands
- Marshes
- Military
- Native American Heritage
- Natural Sounds
- Night Sky
- Oceans
- Prairies
- Rare
- River and Riparian
- Scenic Views
- Schools and Education
- Social Movements
- Tortoises and Turtles
- Trails
- Unique Species
- US Army
- Wars and Conflicts
- Water Trails
- Wetlands
- Wilderness
Alerts (3)
Park ClosureCurrent Alerts and Conditions Be sure to review the Alerts and Conditions below before and during your visit for additional, up-to-date information on… Read more
Be sure to review the Alerts and Conditions below before and during your visit for additional, up-to-date information on closures, cautions, and other current park conditions.
CautionRoadwork may cause delays on US 41/Tamiami Trail Current roadwork is ongoing along the park's northern boundary on US Highway 41/Tamiami Trail to raise the road for Ever… Read more
Current roadwork is ongoing along the park's northern boundary on US Highway 41/Tamiami Trail to raise the road for Everglades Restoration benefits. Drivers may experience up to 15-minute delays and should watch for personnel, equipment and slow downs.
InformationFor entrance fees, we accept digital passes and credit/debit cards Digital passes or credit/debit cards are the ONLY method of payment at all fee collection areas. Pre-paid digital passes… Read more
Digital passes or credit/debit cards are the ONLY method of payment at all fee collection areas. Pre-paid digital passes are available online and may be purchased in advance.
Things to Do
10 experiences from the National Park Service. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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Fishing in the Everglades
Fee applies
One third of Everglades National Park is covered by water, creating excellent boating and fishing opportunities! Snapper, sea trout, redfish, bass, and bluegill are plentiful. Saltwater fishing…
Learn more about Fishing in the Everglades on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)
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All 44 activities in the park
Pick one to find other parks that offer it.
- Hiking
- Camping
- Wildlife Watching
- Scenic Driving
- Stargazing
- Astronomy
- Fishing
- Boating
- Paddling
- Biking
- Guided Tours
- Birdwatching
Show 32 more activities
- Junior Ranger Program
- Museum Exhibits
- Picnicking
- Auto and ATV
- Backcountry Camping
- Backcountry Hiking
- Boat Tour
- Bookstore and Park Store
- Bus/Shuttle Guided Tour
- Canoe or Kayak Camping
- Canoeing
- Car or Front Country Camping
- Citizen Science
- Compass and GPS
- Food
- Freshwater Fishing
- Front-Country Hiking
- Geocaching
- Gift Shop and Souvenirs
- Group Camping
- Hands-On
- Kayaking
- Motorized Boating
- Park Film
- Road Biking
- RV Camping
- Sailing
- Saltwater Fishing
- Self-Guided Tours - Auto
- Self-Guided Tours - Walking
- Shopping
- Volunteer Vacation
Camping
2 campgrounds listed on Recreation.gov. Check availability and current conditions before you go.
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Flamingo Campground
Not reservable on Recreation.gov Campground
The 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…
Reservation websiteDetails
The 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 tables, grills, and an amphitheater for seasonal Ranger programs. Flamingo has several hiking trails and canoe trails, and opportunities for saltwater fishing are plentiful. Check at the visitor center for a daily schedule of Ranger guided programs. -
Long Pine Key Campground
Not reservable on Recreation.gov Campground
Long Pine Key campground is open seasonally November-May. It is one of two frontcountry camping options run by the “Flamingo Adventures'' concession. Reservations are…
Reservation websiteDetails
Long 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 for RV’s and tents along with first come first serve sites. If sites are booked, more camping may be available further down the Main Park Road in Flamingo.
Facilities & Services
Find permits and other services available in the park. Check current hours and availability before you go.
Permits & Passes
Other Visitor Services
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Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center
Facility
The Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center is the visitor center closest to Homestead for Everglades National Park. It is open 365 days a year and offers educational displays…
40001 State Road 9336, Homestead, FL (305) 242-7700 Directions
Details
The Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center is the visitor center closest to Homestead for Everglades National Park. It is open 365 days a year and offers educational displays, orientation films, and informational brochures. Park Rangers are available to help plan your trip. There is a giftshop that sells souvenirs and snacks. In the summer time it is open 9AM - 5PM and in the winter it is open 8AM - 5PM. -
Guy Bradley Visitor Center (at Flamingo)
Facility
The Guy Bradley Visitor Center is open year-round and features educational displays, informational brochures, a bookstore and more. Campground facilities, a public boat…
1 Flamingo Lodge Highway, Homestead, FL (239) 695-2945 Directions
Details
The Guy Bradley Visitor Center is open year-round and features educational displays, informational brochures, a bookstore and more. Campground facilities, a public boat ramp, marina store, a fish cleaning station, and hiking and canoeing trails are located near the visitor center. -
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center (Gulf Coast)
Facility
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center is currently closed due to construction. The Gulf Coast kayak launch and surrounding site are open. Gulf Coast Rangers can be…
815 Oyster Bar Lane, Everglades City, FL (786) 758-0635 Directions
Details
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center is currently closed due to construction. The Gulf Coast kayak launch and surrounding site are open. Gulf Coast Rangers can be found onsite or reached at (786) 758-0635. -
Shark Valley Visitor Center
Facility
Shark Valley Visitor Center provides the gateway to a panoramic 15-mile loop trail and observation tower. Open year-round, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. the visitor center also hosts…
36000 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL (305) 221-8776 Directions
Details
Shark Valley Visitor Center provides the gateway to a panoramic 15-mile loop trail and observation tower. Open year-round, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. the visitor center also hosts exhibits, park film, and association bookstore, alongside the Shark Valley Tram Tour concessionaire. The GPS address for the visitor center is; 36000 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL 33194.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Open 24 hours, daily · Everglades National Park
Hours details
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Everglades National ParkOpen 24 hours, daily
Everglades National Park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Park entrance is always open but staffed from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Entrance fees
- $35Private Vehicle
- $30Motorcycle
- $20Per Person
All 8 fees & details
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Private Vehicle$35
Admits the passholder and passengers of a single vehicle or vessel. Good for 7 consecutive days at all park entrances.
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Motorcycle$30
Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
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Per Person$20
Good for 7 consecutive days at all park entrances. Admits one individual hiker, bicyclist, pedestrian, or human-powered paddlecraft, when not arriving in a vehicle or vessel. Individuals 15 years old and younger, are admitted free of charge.
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Education/Academic GroupsFree
All accredited educational and scientific institutions are eligible to receive free entrance to the park. Bringing your classroom to the park can present many unique learning opportunities and novel ways for your students to advance their studies. The Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (FLREA), Public Law 108-447, provides the National Park Service statutory authority to allow “outings conducted for non-commercial educational purposes by schools or bona fide academic institutions.”
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Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach$300
A commercial tour is defined as persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced or sold for leisure recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provisions of the service. Entrance fees are charges based on the seating capacity of the vehicle. Commercial entry good for 7 days as long as its the same passenger group.
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Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus$200
A commercial tour is defined as persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced or sold for leisure recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provisions of the service. Entrance fees are charges based on the seating capacity of the vehicle. Commercial entry good for 7 days as long as its the same passenger group.
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Commercial Entrance - Van$125
A commercial tour is defined as persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced or sold for leisure recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provisions of the service. Entrance fees are charges based on the seating capacity of the vehicle. Commercial entry good for 7 days as long as its the same passenger group.
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Nonresident$100
Each non-US resident aged 16 and older visiting Everglades National Park must pay a $100 nonresident fee (in addition to the standard entrance fee), unless admitted with an Annual or America the Beautiful Pass. This includes nonresidents entering as part of a commercial tour group, commercial use authorization (CUA) group, or concessioner tour group.
Passes
- $70Annual Entrance - Park
Pass details
- Annual Entrance - Park
The Everglades Annual Pass admits the pass holder, passenger on one motorcycle, or passengers of a single vehicle or vessel to Everglades National Park.
Address
40001 State Road 9336Homestead, FL 33034
Contact the park
Weather & conditions
83°F
Patchy rain nearby · feels like 90°
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Today
85° 82°
Patchy rain nearby70% rain
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Tomorrow
84° 82°
Patchy rain nearby74% rain
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Thursday
85° 83°
Patchy rain nearby60% rain
Updated 3 hr ago
What to expect by season
The climate in Florida is known to be mild and sunny.The average annual temperatures for South Florida and the Keys range from 74° to 77°F (23° to 25°C). There are two seasons at the Everglades National Park: the wet season and the dry season. The wet season runs from Mid-May to November and the dry season runs from December to mid-May.
Upcoming Events
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Anhinga Amble (Royal Palm)
About
Interested in seeing wildlife? Take a stroll with a ranger and explore the renowned Anhinga Trail where alligators, wading birds and other wildlife are easily spotted! Meet at the Royal Palm benches. Wheelchair accessible. 0.7 miles, 45 minutes.
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Glades Glimpse (Royal Palm)
About
The Everglades is a place like no other! Sit in the shade as a ranger reveals the amazing wonders of the Everglades. Topics vary daily. Meet at the Royal Palm benches. Accessible. 20 minutes.
Photos
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An American Alligator high walks the Anhinga Trail. — NPS Photo -
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Getting There
Homestead, FL 33034
Directions to Ernest Coe Visitor Center 40001 State Road 9336, Homestead, FL 33034 Visitors coming from the Miami area and points north should take the Florida Turnpike (Route 821) south until it ends merging with U.S. 1 at Florida City. Turn right at the first traffic light onto Palm Drive (State Road 9336/SW 344th St.) and follow the signs to the park.
Full directions
Visitors driving north from the Florida Keys should turn left on Palm Drive in Florida City and follow the signs to the park.
Mailing address: 40001 State Road 9336, Homestead, FL 33034-6733
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