The Details
The largest subtropical wilderness in the US — a slow-moving river of grass flowing to the Florida coast.
When To Visit
Best Time To Visit
MONTH BY MONTHDecember–April, the dry season: wildlife gathers at shrinking water holes, temperatures are mild and mosquitoes are manageable.
Winter is peak season, especially holidays and spring break. Summer is nearly empty.
May–November is hot, humid and buggy with daily thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Some visitor services close in summer.
General patterns — conditions vary by year. Check current NPS alerts and road status before you go.
How Far
Park Entrances
SET YOUR LOCATIONNearest Airports
ESTIMATED DRIVE TO THE PARKDistances are rough estimates to the closest entrance. Check road and ferry conditions before you go.
What To Do
Top Things To Do
Where To Stay
Camping
Campgrounds inside the park are booked through Recreation.gov, and many fill months ahead.
FIND CAMPSITES ON RECREATION.GOV ↗Lodging & Nearby Towns
There’s no lodging inside this park, so most visitors stay in the nearby towns above.
Cool Facts & Figures
By The Numbers
Links
Plan Your Visit
OFFICIAL & TRUSTED SITESEverglades