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Big Cypress National Preserve

33100 E. Tamiami Trl., Ochopee, FL 34141

239-695-1201

A 729,000-acre unit of the National Park Service in south Florida. Located in eastern Collier County, it is part of the Everglades ecosystem and a critical watershed for the Ten Thousand Islands area to the southwest. A diverse wild area of cypress swamps, prairies, pinelands, hardwood hammocks and mangrove estuary and is home to a variety of wildlife.

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Amenities

Activities:
Backpacking, Bicycling, Birding, Camping, Canoeing, Children's Programs, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Hunting, Kayaking, Light Tackle Fishing, Natural Wildlife Viewing, Social Programs, Swamp Walks
Category:
Bicycle Trails, Hiking/Nature Trails, National Park, Nature Interpretive Center, Nature Preserve, Nature Tours, Protected Species Habitat, Wildlife Management Area
Disabled Traveler Information:
ADA Compliant, Disabled Accessible, Handicapped Parking, Raised Toilets, Wheelchair-friendly Trails
Facility Amenities:
Bus Parking, Parking, Picnic Area, Restrooms
General Information:
Closest Airport : Miami, Dates closed : Christmas Day, Distance from Airport : 50 Miles, Driving time to nearby lodging : 10 minutes, Hours : Preserve: 24 hours; Visitor Center: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Open Year-Round
Guest Information:
Family Friendly
Information/Services Provided:
Area Information, Brochures, Chambers of Commerce, Conservation, Environment & Fishing, Maps Available, Multilingual Materials Available, National Parks & Preserves, Printed guides available, Safety Information, Visitor Information
Pet Information:
Pets on Leash Allowed
Rate Information:
Free admission
Site Information:
Primitive Camping, RV Sites, Tent Sites
Suitable for Ages:
All Ages
Time To Experience Activity:
Half day
Tour Information:
Guided Tours, Self-guided tours, Tour Schedule : November through April
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