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  • Ochopee, Florida

    Paddle The Everglades' Wilderness Waterway

    The Wilderness Waterway in the Everglades National Park can be navigated either by kayak or canoe. This is an endurance voyage that typically takes upwards of 10 days if you are solo-canoeing. The voyage can take significantly less time if using a kayak or a multi-person powered canoe. This route...
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  • Ochopee, Florida

    Stroll along the Kirby Storter Boardwalk

    1 mi
    A few miles after the Big Cypress visitor center you will find the Kirby Storter Boardwalk. This is a short 1 mile trail through a mature cypress strand. It is a pretty neat experience since in the Everglades in order to be in the middle of a habitat like this, you have to get your feet wet, howe...
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  • Ochopee, Florida

    Hike the Gator Hook Trail

    5 mi
    This 5-mile swamp walk begins off of Loop Road. To get there, take the Tamiami Trail into Big Cypress National Preserve and turn onto Loop Road (a right turn if coming from the west, a left turn from the east) at Monroe Station. About 2.2 miles down the gravel road, you will see signage for the G...
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  • Naples, Florida

    Camp on Fakahatchee Island

    From Tamiami Trail, 5.2 miles west of Highway 29, turn left on the unmarked road. You will be able to leave you car here and launch. Follow the posted map closely as the mangrove tunnels are confusing, and you will probably get lost a few times anyways.There is a series of 5 mangrove tunnels, wit...
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  • Naples, Florida

    Kayak Camp on Panther Key

    To reach Panther Key, kayaking and navigation of the tides and mangrove islands is a necessity. The Everglades National Park ranger station in Everglades City is the closest put-in point for kayaks, and from there its a 12 mile paddle to Panther Key.This is a great adventure on which to visit mul...
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  • Ochopee, Florida

    Hike Big Cypress National Preserve Loop

    16 mi / 0 ft gain
    First, you'll arrive at the Collier County Rest Area (26.1674944,-81.0806947) off of the Everglades Parkway. You can either park in front of the rest area, or on the paved area directly north of it near the trailhead. Walk through the pedestrian gate and make your way toward the Florida National ...
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  • Miami, Florida

    Bike through Shark Valley

    4.5
    15 mi
    The Shark Valley loop allows you to experience a peaceful bike ride and close encounters with wildlife found in the Everglades. This paved trail takes about 2-3 hours to complete and includes an observation tower with quite a view.Fill up or purchase water bottles at the Visitor Center for your a...
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  • Miami, Florida

    Hike through Shark Valley

    15 mi
    I would like to preface this adventure by saying that if you prefer to bike Shark Valley, please reference Rob Witt's adventure "Bike through Shark Valley".  Biking is certainly the best way to see the whole trail, and not spend the entire day doing it.  Hiking (really walking) this trail is a sl...
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  • Naples, Florida

    Catch a Sunset at the Naples Pier

    5.0
    If you're like me then you probably spend a fair amount of time chasing the setting sun around. I visited Naples Florida this past spring and was treated to these stunning sunsets 8 out of the 10 days there. The Gulf gives us east coasters the delight of watching the sun dip out over a large body...
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  • Miami-Dade County, Florida

    Take a Stroll on the Pa-Hay-Okee Overlook Trail

    4.5
    0.2 mi
    Park at the trailhead and hop onto the boardwalk trail. Its very short--just 0.2 miles, so take your time to enjoy the scenery and wildlife. Partway through the hike there is a lookout tower which is great for getting a high vantage point to enjoy the landscape from. Be aware of wildlife around y...
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  • Miami-Dade County, Florida

    Walk the Mahogany Hammock Trail in Everglades NP

    4.0
    0.5 mi / 0 ft gain
    Located a short drive off the main drag to the Flamingo Visitor Centre (and only a few hours from Miami) this short boardwalk through a lush Mahogany and Gumbo-Limbo plants is an easy walk for families.Elevated upon a well-serviced boardwalk this trail passes the oldest Mahogany tree (Swietenia m...
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Escape to the Sunshine

VISIT FLORIDA, serves as Florida's official source for travel planning. What can be discovered beyond Florida’s 825 miles of beaches? How about 320 freshwater springs, 175 state parks, infinite mangrove tunnels and hidden caverns. Let your adventure begin. Follow Your Sunshine.

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Camping and Lodging in Ochopee

Burns Lake Campground
Ochopee, Florida

Burns Lake Campground

Monument Lake Campground
Ochopee, Florida

Monument Lake Campground

Midway Campground (Fl)
Ochopee, Florida

Midway Campground (Fl)

Pinecrest Group Campground
Ochopee, Florida

Pinecrest Group Campground

Naples / Marco Island KOA Holiday
Naples, Florida

Naples / Marco Island KOA Holiday

Guides, Insights and Stories from Ochopee

It's Now or #Neverglades: The Impact of Climate Change on Everglades National Park

It's Now or #Neverglades: The Impact of Climate Change on Everglades National Park

Christian Murillo

Escape Winter and Explore the Everglades While Staying in These Eco-Tents

Escape Winter and Explore the Everglades While Staying in These Eco-Tents

Sara Sheehy