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Chekika Area of Everglades National Park

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Directions to the Chekika Area of Everglades National Park

Physical Address - 24200 SW 160th Street, Miami, FL

Chekika is located about 36 miles from downtown Miami and 18 miles from Homestead, Florida. To get there, take the Dolphin Expressway (State Road 836) to the Palmetto Expressway (State Road 826) or the Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike. Exit the Palmetto or the Turnpike at Kendall Drive (SW 88th Street), and go west to Krome Avenue (SW 177th Avenue). Turn left and go south about five miles to SW 168th Street. Turn right and go west about six miles to 237th Avenue. Turn right and go north about a mile. Turn left on160th Street, and you'll be facing west with the entrance to Chekika just ahead.

From the south, take the Turnpike to Eureka Drive (SW 184th Street), go west to Krome Avenue (SW 177th Avenue), and turn north to SW 168th Street - or take Krome Avenue due north from Homestead to SW 168th Street and follow directions above.

Due to seasonal flooding, Chekika is closed during the wet season. This popular part of the park is located in the East Everglades area and is open from dawn to dusk. There are no amenities so be sure to bring water and any food/snacks wanted for your trip.

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Amenities

Chekika offers picnicking opportunities and a self-guided, short hiking trail through a hardwood hammock.

It is also a great location for bicycle rides along paved roads and canal banks.

Portable restrooms are available.

Hours of Operation:
Open- December 1 - April 30
Closed- May 1- November 30

Hours subject to change

Contact by Phone:
305-242-7700 

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Fire in Pinelands

Did You Know?
Lightning-ignited fires are a natural part of the Everglades ecosystems. They aid in the recycling of nutrients through the ecosystem.

Last Updated: April 06, 2011 at 09:16 MST