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Wilderness 101

Marjory Stoneman Douglas Wilderness >> Wilderness 101
 

The Marjory Stoneman Douglas Wilderness comprises nearly 1.3 million acres of Everglades National Park. This vast landscape affords unparalleled opportunities for viewing wildlife, embarking on a rugged adventure, marveling at dark skies, or simply enjoying quiet solitude in a vast expanse of land and sea.

Take a moment to learn more about the benefits and opportunities presented by this unique area, and plan a visit to enjoy it firsthand.

 
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The Marjory Stoneman Douglas Wilderness: An Introduction

Download this fact sheet in PDF format using the links below.

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

 
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The Wilderness Trip Planner
PDF, 1.1 MB

 
Florida Bay Map


Florida Bay Map & Guide
PDF, 1.1 MB

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Did You Know?

Ibis in Flight

In the 1800s John James Audubon noted that the sky was often darkened by the flocks of numerous birds above.  Since the early 20th century, around 93% of the wading bird population has vanished. Much of the wildlife left in south Florida depends on Everglades National Park for a home.