This is a stop on the road to Flamingo and is worth a 1/2 hour. It’s a completely different ecosystem and although there are no alligators there are several different plant species and an area where you can see different types of tree snails which you don’t see in other areas. Definitely worth a stop. We spent about 1/2 hour exploring the area - if you just quickly walk through the paved trail area you will miss many things so walk slow and look at the trees.See more..
A 100-mile marked inside water route that winds through creeks, rivers and open bays from Everglades City on the Gulf of Mexico to Flamingo on Florida Bay.See more..
This is a wonderful way to traverse the Everglades. Take your time and enjoy the scenery on this 38 mile journey. There are several pullouts for trails and viewing. We say an alligator early on in one of the ponds right by the road. I'm sure there is plenty of wildlife around during the early and later periods of the day. It's a good road with lots of room. The speed limit is actually 55mph so you won't be poking around unless you want to.See more..
3.0Coastal Prairie Trail(4 reviews) - Closed and unmaintained, but go to the trailhead! Spent 1-2 hours Hiking Trails
If you're in the Everglades and decide to drive down to Flamingo (which I highly recommend), stop near the Coastal Prairie trailhead. This and the nearby trails are closed and aren't being maintained by NPS, but the area along Florida Bay is stunning. I sat by the water and played some harp music as two ospreys nested in the distance. There were only a few people resting on the shore, and a few boats going by occasionally. Very peaceful and a world away from the northern part of the park.See more..
