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Everglades National Park
Flamingo Visitor Center

Directions to the Flamingo Visitor Center
Flamingo, Florida

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.
Visitors driving north from the Florida Keys should turn left on Palm Drive in Florida City and follow the signs to the park.

The Flamingo Visitor Center lies roughly 38 miles south of the park entrance.  Visitors should expect to drive about an hour before arriving at Flamingo.

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Welcome to Flamingo!

Amenities
The Flamingo Visitor Center offers educational displays, informational brochures, and backcountry permits.

Campground facilities, marina store, and a public boat ramp are located nearby. 
There are several hiking and canoeing trails in the area.

Restrooms are available.

Hours of Operations
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (depending on staffing).
Lobby open 24 hrs. for self-registration for back country sites.

Hours subject to change.

Contact
239-695-2945

NOTE: Visitors should be aware that no lodging other than the campground is currently available in Flamingo due to damage sustained by Hurricanes Katrina and Wilma in 2005.

Baby alligator  

Did You Know?
Female alligators will vehemently protect their nests and their young until they reach one to two years of age. Keep your eyes out for baby alligators in the Everglades - they're about a foot long with yellow stripes.

Last Updated: May 12, 2008 at 10:37 EST