Camping, trails, maps & photo credits — Everglades National Park
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.
Camping & reservations
The booking button opens the official provider or park-specific camping instructions published by the NPS. Select the named campground and verify its dates, access and site rules.
Flamingo Campground ↗
The Flamingo campground is one of two drive-in campgrounds accessible from the Homestead entrance of the park. It offers solar-heated showers, two dump stations, picnic tables, grills, and an amphitheater for seasonal Ranger programs. Flamingo has several hiking trails and canoe trails, and opportunities for saltwater fishing are plentiful. Check at the visitor center for a daily schedule of Ranger guided programs.
Reservations: Reservations for Flamingo during the busy season (December-April) are highly recommended. Reservations can be made with Everglades Guest Services at https://flamingoeverglades.com/camping/ or by calling 1-855-708-2207. During the summer/fall slower season (June-November) reservations are not needed.
Reservations / current camping instructions ↗
RV / truck camping: There are designated accessible campsites for RV's. NPS lists an RV maximum of 35 feet. Confirm the exact site and current approach.
Approach: Paved Roads - All vehicles OK.
Fires: Fires permitted in grills only. Fires must be attended at all times.
Site rules: Only 1 primary camping unit (RV) and 1 secondary unit (tent), or 2 tents per campsite. Maximum of 8 people and 2 vehicles per campsite. Do not park on grass. Check-out time is 12 noon. Campground speed limit is 15 MPH. Obey all traffic signs. Fires permitted in grills only. Fires must be attended at all times. Do not feed or harass any wildlife. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Generators may be operated from 8:00 a.m. to 8;00 p.m. only. All food and food preparation must be kept sealed in a vehicle or hard-sided camping unit when not in use. Do not leave garbage out. Dispose of…
Long Pine Key Campground ↗
Long Pine Key campground is open seasonally November-May. It is one of two frontcountry camping options run by the “Flamingo Adventures'' concession. Reservations are available for RV’s and tents along with first come first serve sites. If sites are booked, more camping may be available further down the Main Park Road in Flamingo.
Reservations: There are two drive-in campgrounds accessible from the Homestead entrance of the park: Long Pine Key Campground and Flamingo Campground. Both accommodate tents and RV's with a limited number of group sites. Reservations can be made with Everglades Guest Services by calling 1-855-708-2207. There are no front country campsites anywhere else in Everglades National Park.
Reservations / current camping instructions ↗
RV / truck camping: RV's and tents are permitted at the campsite. NPS lists an RV maximum of 35 feet. Confirm the exact site and current approach.
Approach: Paved Roads - All vehicles OK.
Fires: Fires permitted in grills only. Fires must be attended at all times. Only dead, down wood may be collected.
Site rules: Maximum of eight people and two vehicles per campsite; one RV and one or two tents per campsite. Check-out time is 12 p.m. Register by 10 a.m. Campground speed limit is 15 mph. Obey all traffic signs. RV's and vehicles must be parked on paved parking area. An extra vehicle must park on the grassy shoulder, parallel to the road. Roller skates, skateboards and similar devices are not permitted. Generators may be operated from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. only. Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Pets must be kept on a leash (max. of 6 feet in length) at all times. Pets are only allowed in the…
Truck-camping & permitted overnight use
NPS lists RV access at Flamingo Campground. There are designated accessible campsites for RV's.
Backcountry camping and vehicle camping require park-specific authorization; National Park Service land is not generally open to unrestricted roadside camping. Confirm designated sites, permits and food-storage rules with this unit.
Activities, hiking & trails
Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Hiking, Backcountry Hiking, Front-Country Hiking. Official activities and trail-planning information ↗
NPS-listed recreation: Auto and ATV, Scenic Driving, Astronomy, Stargazing, Biking, Road Biking, Boating, Motorized Boating, Sailing, Boat Tour, Camping, Backcountry Camping, Canoe or Kayak Camping, Car or Front Country Camping, Group Camping, RV Camping, Compass and GPS, Geocaching, Fishing, Freshwater Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Food, Picnicking, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Self-Guided Tours - Auto, Bus/Shuttle Guided Tour, Boat Tour, Hands-On, Citizen Science, Volunteer Vacation, Hiking, Backcountry Hiking, Front-Country Hiking, Paddling, Canoeing, Canoe or Kayak Camping, Kayaking, Junior Ranger Program, Wildlife Watching, Birdwatching, Park Film, Museum Exhibits, Shopping, Bookstore and Park Store, Gift Shop and Souvenirs.
Maps & road access
Use the official NPS directions and current alerts. Check vehicle restrictions and campground approach roads before traveling.
Directions to Ernest Coe Visitor Center 40001 State Road 9336, Homestead, FL 33034 Visitors coming from the Miami area and points north should take the Florida Turnpike (Route 821) south until it ends merging with U.S. 1 at Florida City. Turn right at the first traffic light onto Palm Drive (State Road 9336/SW 344th St.) and follow the signs to the park. Visitors driving north from the Florida Keys should turn left on Palm Drive in Florida City and follow the signs to the park. Official directions / site access ↗
Before you travel
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.
Source review: 2026-11-01. Conditions, fees, permits and availability can change. National Park Service official information ↗
Photograph sources & licensing
Banner: Cypress Tree Sunrise
Cypress Tree Sunrise (2020 Photo Contest)
Credit: NPS Photo by Miguel Salas. Original source ↗ · Public domain — NPS-created federal work ↗. Resized and cropped to match the profile display framing; original image source linked.
Second large photograph: Nine Mile Pond
A meeting ground of marsh and mangrove environments. You may see alligators, wading birds, turtles, and fish.
Credit: NPS Photo. Original source ↗ · Public domain — NPS-created federal work ↗. Resized and cropped to match the profile display framing; original image source linked.
Photographs are real images of the named unit; no AI-generated photographs are used. Federal photo credit register.