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Everglades National Park

815 Oyster Bar Ln., Everglades City, FL 34139

239-695-3311

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The park is the only subtropical wilderness in the U.S. It contains temperate and tropical plant communities, as well as marine and estuarine environments. Take a boat trip from the Gulf Coast Visitor Center to see dolphins, birds and other wildlife. Boat tours (for a fee) depart every hour.  Free ranger-led activities through April 2011 include: Canoe Tours - 10am-2pm every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday, bring your own canoe/kayak or rent one on site; Eyes on the Everglades Talk - daily at 11 am and 2 pm; Nature Walk, daily at 4:15 pm; Bike Tour - Thursdays 10 am-Noon; Afternoon Canoe Trip - Thursdays and Fridays 2-4 pm; Evening Canoe Trip - 5-8pm Jan. 29, Feb. 12 & 26, March 15. 

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Activities:
Bicycling, Birding, Boating, Camping, Canoeing, Fishing, Kayaking, Natural Wildlife Viewing, Swamp Walks
Category:
Boat Tours, Fishing Charter, Hiking/Nature Trails, Nature Interpretive Center, Nature Tours, Protected Species Habitat, Sightseeing Tours
Disabled Traveler Information:
ADA Compliant, Handicapped Parking, Wheelchair-accessible Transportation
Facility Amenities:
Baby-changing station, Bus Parking, Concessions, Food/Beverage Service, Gift Shop, Multilingual Staff, Parking, Picnic Area, Picnic Shelter, Restrooms
General Information:
Capacity of Boat : 120, Dates closed : n/a, Distance from Public Transportation : 35 miles, Driving time to nearby lodging : 1 mile, Hours : May - Nov. 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily; Dec. - April 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily, Open Year-Round
Guest Information:
Family Friendly
Information/Services Provided:
Brochures, Maps Available, Maps/brochures in French, Maps/brochures in German, Maps/brochures in Spanish, Multilingual Materials Available, Printed guides available
Payment Options:
Cash, Discover, MasterCard, Personal Checks, Travelers Checks, Visa
Rate Information:
Free admission
Rentals:
Canoe Rental, Kayak Rental
Suitable for Ages:
All Ages
Time To Experience Activity:
1 - 2 hours, Full day, Multi-day
Tour Information:
Guided Tours
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