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Big Cypress National PreserveThe ghost orchid (Dendrophylax lindenii) is one of the rare epiphytic orchids found in Southwest Florida.
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Big Cypress National Preserve is located in Southwest Florida between the cities of Miami and Naples.  Interstate 75 (Alligator Alley) and U. S. Highway 41 (Tamiami Trail) are the main roads that traverse the site. Visitor facilities and most activities originate from the Tamiami Trail. 

The Oasis Visitor Center is located along the Tamiami Trail, 50 miles west of Miami and 50 miles east of Naples.  Preserve Headquarters is located near Naples and Everglades City, along U. S. 41, 5 miles east of the State Road 29 intersection.

Click here for the NPS Official Map and Guide.

Click here to visit the Florida Highway Patrol's online state road map.  The preserve is located on map section 6.

 
A great white heron scratches its neck. Notice the color of the legs.  

Did You Know?
The Great White Heron is very similar to the Great White Egret. However, look closely and you will see that the heron has yellow legs, while the egret has black legs. The Great White Heron is found only in South Florida in the United States. It can also be found on several Carribean Islands.

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Last Updated: March 05, 2008 at 08:57 EST