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Big Cypress National Preserve

33100 E. Tamiami Trl., Ochopee, FL 34141

239-695-1201

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A 729,000-acre unit of the National Park Service in south Florida. Located in eastern Collier County, it is part of the Everglades ecosystem and a critical watershed for the Ten Thousand Islands area to the southwest. A diverse wild area of cypress swamps, prairies, pinelands, hardwood hammocks and mangrove estuary and is home to a variety of wildlife.

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Sunset in the Big Cypress - photo by Elam Stoltzfus

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Swamp Heritage Day Festival

December 7, 2013

The Swamp Heritage Festival shines a spotlight upon the inhabitants of early south Florida, whose rugged strength and pioneering spirit contributed to the shaping of today’s unique and diverse culture. Through living history demonstrations, informative presentations, and exhibits everyone can learn what daily life was like in such a remote, and at times, inhospitable place. These unique chapters in American history add to the rich and colorful tableau that comprises our shared past and present.

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Activities:
Bicycling, Birding, Camping, Canoeing, Children's Programs, Hunting, Kayaking, Natural Wildlife Viewing, Social Programs, Swamp Walks
Category:
Bicycle Trails, Hiking/Nature Trails, National Park, Nature Interpretive Center, Nature Preserve, Protected Species Habitat, Wildlife Management Area
Disabled Traveler Information:
ADA Compliant
Facility Amenities:
Bus Parking, Parking, Picnic Area, Restrooms
General Information:
Dates closed : Christmas Day, Driving time to nearby lodging : 10 minutes, Hours : Preserve: 24 hours; Visitor Center: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Open Year-Round
Guest Information:
Family Friendly
Information/Services Provided:
Brochures, Maps Available, Multilingual Materials Available, Printed guides available
Pet Information:
Pets on Leash Allowed
Rate Information:
Free admission
Site Information:
RV Sites, Tent Sites
Tour Information:
Guided Tours, Self-guided tours, Tour Schedule : November through April
© 2013 Naples, Marco Island, Everglades Convention & Visitors Bureau. All rights reserved. A cooperative effort funded by the Collier County Tourist Development Tax.