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Big Cypress National Preserve Panaroramic view of Deep Lake area.
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Big Cypress National Preserve
Scenic Drives
Visitors at the Sweetwater Strand Bridge along the Loop Road. This is a popular birding area year round.

There are two popular scenic drives within Big Cypress National Preserve. One is the 27 mile Loop Road that travels through dwarf cypress forest, pine forests and deep strands. The other is the 17 mile Turner River / Wagonwheel / Birdon Roads Loop. This drive takes you by open prairies and popular wading bird feeding areas.

While visiting the Preserve, take the time to leave the beaten trail of US 41 (the Tamiami Trail) and take a more leisurely journey along one of these scenic drives.

While traveling along the scenic drives, remember that it is illegal to feed or harass wildlife. Do not attempt to approach alligators.

Additionally, there are several private home sites along both drives. Please respect private property rights of the residents.

For a detailed guide to the Turner River / Wagonwheel / Birdon Road scenic drive, click here.

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Last Updated: July 18, 2011 at 08:15 MST