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Taylor Family kayaking in 10 Thousand Islands Everglades National Park Florida 3

Kayaking in Everglades National Park: 10,000 Islands and Gulf Coast

Kayaking in Everglades National Park is beautiful, especially in the 10,000 Islands of the Gulf Coast. Guide to paddling the 10K Islands, tour recommendations and things to do in the Everglades.

Kelly Kayaking at Biscayne National Park Florida 1

National Parks Tours Upper Keys

Kayaking in Biscayne National Park: Kayak Tours and Self-guided Trips

Kayaking in Biscayne National Park is one of the best ways to enjoy the wildlife and scenery here. Whether you've brought your own gear or if you're a part of a kayak tour from the Biscayne Institute, it's worth adding this to your trip to the Florida Keys.

Kelly biking at Shark Valley in Everglades National Park Florida 1

National Parks Things To Do

Biking in Everglades National Park: Exploring the Beautiful Shark Valley

Biking in Everglades National Park at Shark Valley is a wonderful and unique way to experience the park. Located near Miami this fun adventure gets you out into the harsh environment into the heart of the Everglade most beautiful wildlife.

Exterior of Flamingo Lodge at Everglades National Park Florida 3

Lodging National Parks

Flamingo Lodge in Everglades National Park – a Unique Addition to a Keys Trip

The Flamingo Lodge in Everglades National Park is the ONLY hotel in the park. We've got the full scoop on rooms at the NEW lodge, the restaurant, things to do at Flamingo and more.

Kayaking Buttonwood Canal at Flamingo Everglades National Park Florida 4

National Parks Things To Do

Kayaking at Flamingo in Everglades National Park – the Full Scoop and Tips

Kayaking at Flamingo in Everglades National Park is one of the best ways to get to see crocodiles and explore the area on the water. With awesome bird watching and tons more wildlife to encounter, see our tips for paddling with kayak rentals from Flamingo Adventures.

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Key West National Parks Tours

Taking the Boat to Dry Tortugas National Park from Key West

Taking the boat to Dry Tortugas National Park is a part of the unforgettable experience from Key West, but it can be rough. We've got the scoop on what it's actually like and how to prepare for the 70 mile ferry ride, also known as the "vomit comet" which isn't necessarily accurate...

Flamingo Backcountry Boat Tour in Everglades National Park Florida 1

National Parks Tours

Exploring Everglades NP – Flamingo Adventures Backcountry Boat Tour

The Flamingo Boat Tour through the Backcountry is a beautiful introduction to Everglades National Park. Watching for crocodiles, birds and more, this is a great way to get on the water and see wildlife in the Everglades before or after a trip into the Florida Keys.