Everglades National Park protects an unparalleled landscape that provides important habitat for numerous rare and endangered species like the manatee, American crocodile, and the elusive Florida panther. An international treasure as well - a World Heritage Site, International Biosphere Reserve, a Wetland of International Importance, and a specially protected area under the Cartagena Treaty.
As a reminder, services are often limited during tropical weather events. Check the weather before coming to the park, come prepared for the activities you plan to do, and know your limits.
Updated on 10/18/2024
Park remains open, but some roads/trails may be closed for localized flooding. Visitor centers are reopening later today. Check with individual operators for tour availability. PLEASE continue to recreate responsibly and watch out for hazards.
Updated on 10/10/2024
The fish cleaning station at the Flamingo marina is closed until further notice
Updated on 08/23/2024
Tamiami Trail and State Road 9336 both have ongoing construction which may cause minor delays. If you have a scheduled tour, please plan accordingly.
Updated on 05/14/2024
Alternate launch sites for backcountry access include the Rod & Gun Club, Outdoor Resorts of Chokoloskee, and Chokoloskee Island Park and Marina. Fees at these sites vary. Call the park information line at 305-242-7700 for more information.
Updated on 05/08/2024
Roadwork is underway along State Road 9336 leading to the Homestead entrance of the park, approaching the Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center. Drivers may experience short delays and should watch for personnel, construction equipment, and slowdowns.
Updated on 12/12/2023
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.
Updated on 04/20/2023
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.
Updated on 02/08/2023
No webcams available at this time.
As a reminder, services are often limited during tropical weather events. Check the weather before coming to the park, come prepared for the activities you plan to do, and know your limits.
Updated on 10/18/2024
Park remains open, but some roads/trails may be closed for localized flooding. Visitor centers are reopening later today. Check with individual operators for tour availability. PLEASE continue to recreate responsibly and watch out for hazards.
Updated on 10/10/2024
The fish cleaning station at the Flamingo marina is closed until further notice
Updated on 08/23/2024
Tamiami Trail and State Road 9336 both have ongoing construction which may cause minor delays. If you have a scheduled tour, please plan accordingly.
Updated on 05/14/2024
Alternate launch sites for backcountry access include the Rod & Gun Club, Outdoor Resorts of Chokoloskee, and Chokoloskee Island Park and Marina. Fees at these sites vary. Call the park information line at 305-242-7700 for more information.
Updated on 05/08/2024
Roadwork is underway along State Road 9336 leading to the Homestead entrance of the park, approaching the Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center. Drivers may experience short delays and should watch for personnel, construction equipment, and slowdowns.
Updated on 12/12/2023
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.
Updated on 04/20/2023
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.
Updated on 02/08/2023