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Directions to the Gulf Coast Visitor Center
Everglades City, Florida
The Gulf Coast Visitor Center is located 5 miles south of Highway 41 (Tamiami Trail) on State Road 29, in Everglades City. From Interstate 75 (Alligator Alley), take exit 80 (State Road 29) south and proceed 20 miles to Everglades City. Once in Everglades City, follow the signs to the park. The visitor center is on the right.
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Physical Address: 815 Oyster Bar Ln
Everglades City, FL 34139
Welcome to the Gulf Coast!
Amenities
The Gulf Coast Visitor Center serves as the gateway for exploring the Ten Thousand Islands, a maze of mangrove islands and waterways that extends to Flamingo and Florida Bay.
The visitor center offers educational displays, orientation films, informational brochures, and backcountry permits.
Boat tours and canoe rentals are available.
Restrooms are available.
Restaurants, stores, lodging and campgrounds are located nearby.
Hours of Operation
9:00 am to 4:30 pm mid April- mid November
8:00 am to 4:30 pm mid November - mid April
Hours subject to change
Contact by Phone:
239-695-3311
