Photo: NPS Photo by Miguel Salas
Everglades National Park
Florida
Established in 1947 as the first national park created for its biodiversity, Everglades National Park protects 1.5 million acres of wetland, forest, and marine habitats and the native plants and animals that call it home. With several international designations, the park provides a major source of drinking water for local residents of South Florida and recreational opportunities for all.
Entrance fee
$35 per vehicle (7 days)
Campgrounds
See official site
Dogs allowed?
Varies, see below
Are dogs allowed at Everglades?
Pet rules at Everglades vary by area. Read the official pet policy on nps.gov before your visit. In most national parks, pets are limited to developed areas and must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet.
Can you camp at Everglades?
Camping options vary; check the park's official site for current campground availability and backcountry permits.
Entrance fees
Entrance - Private Vehicle: $35.00
Admits the passholder and passengers of a single vehicle or vessel. Good for 7 consecutive days at all park entrances.
Entrance - Motorcycle: $30.00
Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
Entrance - Per Person: $20.00
Good for 7 consecutive days at all park entrances. Admits one individual hiker, bicyclist, pedestrian, or human-powered paddlecraft, when not arriving in a vehicle or vessel. Individuals 15 years old and younger, are admitted free of charge.
Entrance - Education/Academic Groups: Free
All accredited educational and scientific institutions are eligible to receive free entrance to the park. Bringing your classroom to the park can present many unique learning opportunities and novel ways for your students to advance their studies. The Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (FLREA), Public Law 108-447, provides the National Park Service statutory authority to allow “outings conducted for non-commercial educational purposes by schools or bona fide academic institutions.”
Nonresident: $100.00
Each non-US resident aged 16 and older visiting Everglades National Park must pay a $100 nonresident fee (in addition to the standard entrance fee), unless admitted with an Annual or America the Beautiful Pass. This includes nonresidents entering as part of a commercial tour group, commercial use authorization (CUA) group, or concessioner tour group.
Visiting several parks this year? The America the Beautiful annual pass ($80) covers entrance fees at all national parks.
Things to do
Weather
The climate in Florida is known to be mild and sunny.The average annual temperatures for South Florida and the Keys range from 74° to 77°F (23° to 25°C). There are two seasons at the Everglades National Park: the wet season and the dry season. The wet season runs from Mid-May to November and the dry season runs from December to mid-May.
FAQ: Everglades
›Are dogs allowed at Everglades?
Pets are generally allowed only in limited areas of Everglades. Check the official pet policy for exact rules.
›Can you camp at Everglades?
Camping options vary; check the park's official site for current campground availability and backcountry permits.
›How much does it cost to enter Everglades?
Entrance - Private Vehicle: $35.00. Admits the passholder and passengers of a single vehicle or vessel. Good for 7 consecutive days at all park entrances.
›What states is Everglades National Park in?
Everglades National Park is located in Florida.