• The Florida panther's watchful gaze- Courtesy- Ralph Arwood

    Big Cypress

    National Preserve Florida

  • ORV Related Closures

    Effective 12:01 a.m. Friday, March 23, 2012, Zone 4 airboat access within Big Cypress National Preserve will be closed due to low water conditions. Other areas of the Preserve will be closed to recreational ORV access from June 4 through August 2. More »

Social Media at Big Cypress

Stay connected to Big Cypress National Preserve. Learn what is happening every day of the year in this watery paradise.

We want to connect with you, and keep you connected to us. We want to meet you where you are, and be where you expect to find us.

 
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FACEBOOK
You can "like" us on Facebook at Big Cypress National Preserve. We'll post photos, happenings, and upcoming events. Share your experiences from Big Cypress, too.

 
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TWITTER
Follow us on Twitter at BigcypressNPS. We'll post weather conditions, ranger-led programs, and other information.

 
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YOUTUBE
Big Cypress National Preserve is full of spectacular views and breathtaking scenery. Our YouTube channel has a variety of videos you may view. More videos are added regularly, so check back often.

 
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FLICKR
Big Cypress is full of breathtaking scenery. Our Flickr page has a variety of photos you may view. More photos are added regularly, so please check back often.

Did You Know?

Alligator in the swamp.

Feeding alligators creates nuisance alligators. Every year alligators that have been fed by visitors begin to lose their fear of humans. If these animals become aggresive they are killed to ensure visitor safety. To avoid this tragic end for these unique animals DO NOT FEED THEM.