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Fire Activity
Currently there is fire activity within the Preserve. More »
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Campfire Ban in Effect.
Due to severe fire conditions campfires restrictions are currently in place. More »
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2013 Zone 4 Closure
Beginning at 12:01 am Monday, April 8, 2013, the Zone 4 airboat access within Big Cypress National Preserve will be closed due to low water conditions. More »
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Campground Closures
Beginning Monday, May 13 through Friday, August 16 camping will be available at the Midway Campground and the “loop” in the Bear Island Campground within Big Cypress National Preserve. All other established campgrounds will be closed. More »
Big Cypress Swamp Welcome Center Auditorium
Auditorium during "THE PRESERVE" art exhibition.
The Big Cypress Swamp Welcome Center Auditorium is a reservation-required facility for organized groups. The facility is available year-round from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The auditorium is equipped with chairs and tables to accommodate up to 70 people. An outdoor picnic area is on-site. Restrooms and power outlets are also available. Please click here for an application. CANCELLATION POLICY Reservations can be rescheduled for another date, if available. CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT Check-in is no earlier than 9:00 am. Check-out must be by 4:00 pm or as listed on your permit. PARKING LEADER RESPONSIBILITY EMERGENCIES & SAFETY Report any law enforcement concerns to the park ranger on duty at the welcome center, or Emergency Dispatch at 800-788-0511. For an emergency, please dial 9-1-1. Keep valuables and property secure at all times. A first aid kit is located at the front desk of the welcome center. Please report lost and found items to a park ranger at the welcome center. |
Did You Know?
Please do not feed any of the wildlife within the preserve. A "fed bear is a dead bear." This bear was fed and eventually became a threat to visitor safety. Nuisance wildlife is sometimes removed, but typically does not survive.