PlaceParks & Nature
Big Cypress National Preserve
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The freshwaters of the Big Cypress Swamp, essential to the health of the neighboring Everglades, support the rich marine estuaries along Florida's southwest coast. Conserving over 729,000 acres of this vast swamp, Big Cypress National Preserve contains a mixture of tropical and temperate plant communities that are home to diverse wildlife, including the Endangered Florida panther.
Good to know
- Published schedule
- The preserve is open 24 hours a day 365 days a year. The Oasis Visitor Center and the Nathaniel P. Reed Visitor Center are closed on December 25th. No fee is charged for access to the preserve.
- Cost
- Free entry
Sources checked Jul 24, 2026
Where
Big Cypress National Preserve · 33100 Tamiami Trail East · Ochopee · FL
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