
Everglades
United States, Florida
Everglades
LocationUnited States, Florida
RegionFlorida
TypeNational Park
Coordinates25.2860°, -80.8980°
EstablishedDecember 6, 1947
Area6106.5
Nearest CityHomestead (5 mi)
Major CityMiami (40 mi)
Entrance Fee30
About Everglades
The Everglades is a vast wetland ecosystem that covers much of southern Florida. The park protects an unparalleled landscape of sawgrass marshes, mangrove forests, and hardwood hammocks. It is home to endangered species such as the American crocodile, Florida panther, and manatee.