Everglades National Park, the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States, boasts rare and endangered species. It has been designated a World Heritage Site, International Biosphere Reserve, and Wetland of International Importance, significant to all people of the world.
Planning a Visit to the Everglades
There are many different experiences that a visitor can have at Everglades National Park. Whether you are coming for a few hours or a week and want a nice walk and picnic or more of a wilderness experience, you can find it all here. Camping, boating, hiking, and even a visit to a former missile base in
the center of the park are all possible. Many have enjoyed exploring some of the 156 miles (251 km) of canoe/kayak and walking trails and 47 designated wilderness campsites opportunities for solitude. Current schedules and information can be found here on the park website.
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Everglades National Park Planning
 Everglades National Park has a number of planning, environmental assessments, and environmental impact studies that are underway. Our planning and science staff are continually updating the information available on these projects. Current information on all park planning efforts can be found by clicking here.
Climate
The Everglades is mild and pleasant from December through April, though rare cold fronts may create near freezing conditions. Average temperatures in winter - High 77°F (25°C); Low 53°F (12°C). Summers are hot and humid, with temperatures around 90°F (32°C) and humidity over 90%. Afternoon thunderstorms are common and mosquitoes are abundant. The Atlantic Hurricane Season is June-November. Tropical storms or hurricanes may affect the area. Average Rainfall: 60 inches (152 cm) per year. The rainy season is June through October (mosquito season coincides with the rainy season).
Maps
The following maps are currently available for download. You will need the free Acrobat Reader to access these documents.
Everglades Park Map
South Florida National Parks Map
Wilderness Trip Planner
Florida Bay Map & Guide
Hours of Operation
Everglades National Park is open 365 days a year.
 The park is located on the southern tip of Florida, and is accessible from different areas.
Main Park entrance (Homestead/Florida City), is open 24 hours a day.
Chekika Due to flooding, this entrance is closed May 1 through November 30 and open from December 1 through April 30. Follow the sign off Krome Ave. in the Redlands, it is open dawn to dusk.
Shark Valley entrance off of Tamiami Trail / US 41, is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Gulf Coast entrance south of the intersection of Tamiami Trail / US 41 and Route 29, is open 24 hours.
Visitor Seasons
The Everglades are a vast area of wilderness set admist the climactic extremes of the subtropics. Visitors should be aware that the time of year they visit may have bearing on the services available.
During the busy, dry season (winter), most facilities are open and a full range of tours and programs are available to enjoy. During the slow, wet season (summer), facilities may have restricted hours or close altogether, and recreational opportunities may be at a minimum.
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