Everglades National Park
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Walk the Mahogany Hammock Trail in Everglades NP
Miami-Dade County, Florida
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 mahogani) in the United States. With dense forest and countless different types of vegetation the wal...
Stroll along the Mahogany Hammock Trail
Miami-Dade County, Florida
0.5 mi
Parking is available right next to the trailhead. Hop onto the boardwalk for a 0.5 mile hike through the Florida everglades. The boardwalk takes you across marshes and dense foliage. This place is home to many different animal species, so be on the lookout and be respectful of the space you share with them. This hike is popular and great for all levels.
Nine Mile Pond
Homestead, Florida
5.82 mi
/ 102 ft gain
Nine Mile Pond Paddle Route is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Homestead, Florida.
Paddle the 9 Mile Pond Canoe Trail
Homestead, Florida
If you only do one thing in the Everglades, I highly recommend canoeing through the mangrove and lake meadows of 9 mile pond. I had thought the Everglades would have been swampy, but they are in fact "glades" or open meadows in a forest.We decided to rent canoes from the concessionaire near the Flamingo Visitor Center. They usually have canoes both at the visitor center and 9 mile pond, but a ...
Hike the Christian Point Trail
Monroe County, Florida
4.0
4.2 mi
The trail begins as a boardwalk through the mangrove forest. In 0.1 miles you enter into a prairie, before skipping back in and out of a stretch of forest to a larger prairie. At the end of the hike you will be treated to views of Snake Bight, as section of Florida Bay.
Wilderness Waterway
Homestead, Florida
89.3 mi
/ 1109 ft gain
Wilderness Waterway is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Homestead, Florida.
Kayak Camp on the East Cape, FL
Homestead, Florida
Camp along a 3 mile stretch of untouched old Florida. Not only is this the real southernmost point in the continental US (the Keys are islands), but you will most likely have it to yourself. Spot dolphins, bald eagles, ospreys, and a ton of other birds on this awesome over nighter that is great for beginners and experts.Depart from the Flamingo Marina and head west. Hug the shoreline for about ...
Camp at Clubhouse Beach
Homestead, Florida
4.0
Head west from the Flamingo marina and hug the shoreline for about 4 miles (25.130287, -81.039099). Once you see an opening in the mangroves and there is sand visible you have hit your spot.Make sure to time your arrival and departure with the tides or you will get stuck at your campsite for a few hours. This is the closest backcountry campsite in the park, and very easy to find. Great overnigh...
Flamingo Campground
Homestead, Florida
2.25 mi
/ 56 ft gain
Flamingo Campground is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Homestead, Florida.
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Places to stay
Homestead, Florida
Flamingo Everglades National Park
Flamingo Everglades offers houseboats, camping and RV sites along with a marina store and restaurant. There are also kayaks and canoes av...
From $89 / night
Ochopee, Florida
Pinecrest Group Campground
Overview
Pinecrest Campground offers four group campsites that provide a nice, quiet and relaxing atmosphere. This is a wonderful locatio...
Ochopee, Florida
Midway Campground (Fl)
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Midway Campground is a beautiful place where visitors can enjoy the surrounding preserve while sitting at their picnic table. Vi...
Ochopee, Florida
Monument Lake Campground
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Monument Lake Campground is a beautiful place where visitors can enjoy the surrounding preserve while sitting at their picnic ta...
Ochopee, Florida
Burns Lake Campground
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Burns Lake Campground offers lake views from every campsite. Offering direct backcountry access, this campground is the ideal pl...
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