![]() Eco Pond is located across the street from the Flamingo Campground and features a half-mile paved trail around it. Spot pelicans and storks on a pondside birdwatching adventureĪmong the seemingly infinite number of waterways and ponds within the park’s confines, two spots remain supreme for birdwatching. Top Everglades' birdwatching spots include Eco Pond and Mrazek Pond © Brian Lasenby / Shutterstock 6. Not sure what one is? Cruise down the Tamiami Trail and you’ll be greeted with “AIRBOAT TOURS” signs aplenty – they are flat-bottomed boats with giant propeller fans on the back, designed to safely navigate the grass and lily-heavy waters. If the Everglades were to have an official vehicle, it would be the airboat. Zip through water lily-covered water on an airboat Along wooden boardwalks, which often hover above lily and sawgrass marsh, and asphalt terrain, this is where you have a solid shot at seeing gators, turtles, and the trail’s namesake, the anhinga, a large water bird with a tail that resembles a turkey.ĭetour: For a bonus short hike, the 0.4-mile Gumbo Limbo Trail is right by the Royal Palm Visitor Center, too. The Anhinga Trail is short – just an 0.8-mile round-trip – but it carries so much Everglades pizzazz. See how many alligators you can spot along the Anhinga Trailįewer than 50ft from the Royal Palm Visitor Center is the park’s most popular hike. Spot gators from the boardwalks of the Anhinga Trail © Andy Lidstone / Shutterstock 2. The Flamingo Visitor Center is approximately 40 miles south of Royal Palm – a gateway to the mangrove-draped Florida Bay, canoe trails, and the 275-pitch Flamingo Campground. Royal Palm Visitor Center provides access to a number of shorter hiking trails (less than a mile), ranging from strolls under canopy trees to walks on boardwalks over the marshland. ![]() Homestead is home to two visitor centers. The Gulf Coast Visitor Center in Everglades City is a hub for boating excursions, providing the perfect seaside jumping-off point for exploring the Ten Thousand Islands, a wildlife refuge for thousands of water birds. It's home to the quintessential, 15-mile paved Tram Road, a haven for bike rides, walks, and, yes, tram rides, always with gators lounging on the side of the road. The Shark Valley Visitor Center is approximately 40 miles west of Miami. To make the most of an Everglades trip, you should try to visit them all. There are four total entrances to the park each segueing to distinct terrains. Visit all four of the park’s entrances for different vibes And you never know who will come out of hiding while you watch! Can’t wait? Give us a call now at 80 or book your airboat ride online.Discover the world's most intriguing experiences with our weekly newsletter delivered straight to your inbox. Keep your camera handy, as our gator tours provide you with many opportunities to capture alligators and many other creatures in their natural habitat. Native snakes also reside nearby, including the Blackpine, Brooks Kingsnake, Florida Kingsnake and Red Ratsnake. At Gator Park, you'll have the chance to visit with our resident turtles, macaws and peacocks. ![]() While we know gators, we also know their neighbors. (Don’t try this at home.) Feeling brave yourself? When you embark on an Everglades safari, we ensure you really get to meet the natives. With years of alligator experience to help brave the way, we’ll show you what alligator wrestling is all about. We invite you to explore these unique wetlands and learn about their native inhabitants as our professional guides show you a side of Florida you’ve never seen before. Take a journey deep into the Florida Everglades and discover a whole new world full of alligators, turtles, snakes, fish and exotic birds.Īs you take off on one of our famous Everglades Airboat Ride, you’ll start to understand why these creatures call the Everglades home.
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