Everglades National Park

FL
Established in 1947 as the first national park created for its biodiversity, Everglades National Park protects 1.5 million acres of wetland, forest, and marine habitats and the native plants and animals that call it home. With several international designations, the park provides a major source of drinking water for local residents of South Florida and recreational opportunities for all.
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WEATHER INFO

The climate in Florida is known to be mild and sunny.The average annual temperatures for South Florida and the Keys range from 74° to 77°F (23° to 25°C). There are two seasons at the Everglades National Park: the wet season and the dry season. The wet season runs from Mid-May to November and the dry season runs from December to mid-May.

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DIRECTIONS INFO

Melbourne, Florida
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Directions to Ernest Coe Visitor Center 40001 State Road 9336, Homestead, FL 33034 Visitors coming from the Miami area and points north should take the Florida Turnpike (Route 821) south until it ends merging with U.S. 1 at Florida City. Turn right at the first traffic light onto Palm Drive (State Road 9336/SW 344th St.) and follow the signs to the park. Visitors driving north from the Florida Keys should turn left on Palm Drive in Florida City and follow the signs to the park.
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PARK CLOSURE

Shark Valley Temporarily Closed for Wildfire Activity

Shark Valley remains closed due to the Chipmunk and Vulture fires. The closure includes the visitor center, trails, parking lots and Shark Valley Tram Road. Airboat concessions remain operational. Smoke is visible from Main Park Road and U.S. Highway 41, though no highway closure is expected at this time.

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PARK CLOSURE

Current Alerts and Conditions

Be sure to review the Alerts and Conditions below before and during your visit for additional, up-to-date information on closures, cautions, and other current park conditions.

INFORMATION

For entrance fees, we accept digital passes and credit/debit cards

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.

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CAUTION

Roadwork may cause delays on US 41/Tamiami Trail

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.

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