Everglades National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

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Welcome to Everglades National Park, the only one of its kind.

Everglades National Park, the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States, boasts rare and endangered species. It has been designated a World Heritage Site, International Biosphere Reserve, and Wetland of International Importance, significant to all people of the world.

Planning a Visit to the Everglades

There are many different experiences that a visitor can have at Everglades National Park. Whether you are coming for a few hours or a week and want a nice walk and picnic or more of a wilderness experience, you can find it all here. Camping, boating, hiking, and even a visit to a former missile base in the center of the park are all possible. Many have enjoyed exploring some of the 156 miles (251 km) of canoe/kayak and walking trails and 47 designated wilderness campsites opportunities for solitude. Current schedules and information can be found here on the park website.
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Everglades National Park Planning

Everglades National Park has a number of planning, environmental assessments, and environmental impact studies that are underway. Our planning and science staff are continually updating the information available on these projects. Current information on all park planning efforts can be found by clicking here.

Current projects of interest are:
Cape Sable Canals Dam Restoration Project EA
FPL Right Of Way Proposed Land Acqusition EA
Flamingo Commercial Services Plan
Tamiami Trail Modifications: Next Steps
Everglades General Manaagement Plan

		South Florida Natural Resources Center The South Florida Natural Resources Center (SFNRC) provides scientific information to the National Park Service units of south Florida. Learn more about climate change, ecosystem restoration, invasive species and other resource management issues. Specific information on conducting research in the park is also available. more...

Write to

40001 State Road 9336
Homestead, Florida 33034-6733

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Phone

Visitor Information
(305) 242-7700

Emergencies in Park
(305) 242-7740

Fax

(305) 242-7711

Climate

The Everglades is mild and pleasant from December through April, though rare cold fronts may create near freezing conditions. Average temperatures in winter - High 77°F (25°C); Low 53°F (12°C). Summers are hot and humid, with temperatures around 90°F (32°C) and humidity over 90%. Afternoon thunderstorms are common and mosquitoes are abundant. The Atlantic Hurricane Season is June-November. Tropical storms or hurricanes may affect the area. Average Rainfall: 60 inches (152 cm) per year. The rainy season is June through October (mosquito season coincides with the rainy season).