Flamingo

The Flamingo area has a series of trails in the Everglades National Park near Homestead in Florida and is approximately 75 miles from Miami. They are located near the Flamingo Visitor Center, which is open daily from 9am to 4.30pm and where visitors can get information about the trails and the area in general. There are trails suitable for hiking and cycling as well as on the water for canoeists.

Before setting off on any of the hiking trails visitors are advised to wear long pants, closed shoes and use mosquito repellent. Some of the trails allow hikers to see various forms of wildlife including lots of birds and alligators at the Eco Pond. The longest of the trails is the Coastal Prairie, which is 7.5 miles one way but most hiking and cycling trails are no more than two miles one way.

The longer canoe trails also allow visitors to see wildlife but there are also points to stop and do some fishing. Near the visitor center is a marina with restrooms, boat ramps as well as a store where houseboats, canoes, kayaks and bicycles can be rented and food and drink can be purchased. Boat tours of the area can be booked here too.