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Firearm Regulation Change

Effective February 22, 2010 new regulations in effect.
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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.

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Ranger-Led Walk on Mahogany Hammock Trail

Planning a Visit to Everglades National Park

There's always a lot going on at Everglades National Park! Try our new audio and video podcasts to assist in planning a visit for a few hours or a whole week. Review our event and information pages for more about things to do in the park. New adventures beckon from every corner of this unique ecosystem!

NEW TO DO
Virtual tours of the park
America's Best Idea - National Parks
Coe Visitor Center Art Exhibit
Ranger-led Programs
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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. more...

Current projects of interest:
Cape Sable Canals Dam Restoration Project EA FPL Right Of Way Proposed Land Acquisition EA
Flamingo Commercial Services Plan
Tamiami Trail Modifications: Next Steps Everglades General Management Plan
Proposed Florida Bay Pole and Troll Zone

 
Two Researchers in an Everglades Marsh

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...

NEW TO KNOW
Burmese Pythons in the Everglades
Potential Impacts of Climate Change
2010 Everglades Seagrass Workshop

 
 

Write to

40001 State Road 9336
Homestead, Florida 33034-6733

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).
Communities Surrounding Everglades National Park
Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
Everglades City, FL (2 min. ) Pop. 479
Chokoloskee, FL (6 min. ) Pop. 404
Copeland, FL (12 min. )
Ochopee, FL (13 min. )
Homestead, FL (21 min. ) Pop. 31,909
Goodland, FL (40 min. ) Pop. 320
 Marco Island, FL (47 min. ) Pop. 14,879
Key Largo, FL (48 min. ) Pop. 11,886
Naples, FL (49 min. ) Pop. 20,976
Tavernier, FL (1 hr.  2 min. ) Pop. 2,173
Islamorada, FL (1 hr.  12 min. ) Pop. 6,846