Big Cypress National Preserve - Visitor Centers (U.S. National Park Service)

Big Cypress has two visitor contact stations that provide visitor information & orientation, issuing permits, sales items and other services. Both of these facilities are open year-round.

Both facilities are midway between Miami and Naples along the Tamiami Trail.

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BIG CYPRESS SWAMP WELCOME CENTER

The Big Cypress Swamp Welcome Center is an interagency center for all public lands within the Big Cypress Swamp.

Open from 9:00 - 4:30, every day, but Christmas.

Location
33000 Tamiami Trail East
Ochopee, Florida 34141

The center is approximately five miles east of State Road 29 on the Tamiami Trail.

Special Programs
Ranger-led programs are conducted seasonally. Check at the welcome center for times.

Phone
(239) 695-4758

Exhibits
The welcome center offers indoor and outdoor exhibits related to the natural and cultural history of the preserve, educational materials and a introductory film to the preserve, its resources and recreational opportunities.

Available Facilities
Everglades Association bookstore and shop. Public restrooms. National Park Service staff are available to assist visitors with information about available activities.

Oasis Visitor Center

OASIS VISITOR CENTER

Address
52105 Tamiami Trail East
Ochopee, Florida 34141

Open from 9:00 - 4:30, every day, but Christmas.

Special Programs
Ranger-led programs are conducted seasonally. Check at the welcome center for times.

Phone
(239) 695-1201

Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Permit Office
Located at the visitor center, is open from 9:00 - 3:30, every day but Christmas. ORV inspections are conducted Friday through Monday.

Exhibits
The visitor center offers exhibits related to the natural and cultural history of the preserve, educational materials and a introductory film to the preserve, its resources and recreational opportunities. National Park Service staff are available to assist visitors with information about available activities.

Available Facilities
Everglades Association bookstore and shop. Public restrooms. National Park Service staff are available to assist visitors with information about available activities.

PRESERVE HEADQUARTERS

Headquarters is located near Naples and Everglades City, along U. S. 41, five miles east of the State Road 29 intersection.

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