Culturally, the Big Cypress Swamp has served as home and refuge to many people throughout time including the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida, the Seminole Tribe of Florida and early settlers.
Did You Know?
Airboats are one of the approved ways to access remote areas of Big Cypress National Preserve. Remember all Off-Road Vehicle access requires a valid permit, and visitors operating ORVs need to know the legal areas they can operate.