Royal Palm Ranger Guided Tours

Wade through the River of Grass into the shadows of a "gator hole" or a cypress dome on a slough slog/wet hike.

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Royal Palm and surrounding areas offer many exciting ranger guided tours! These programs can vary greatly by season, and are subject to rescheduling or cancellation in the case of inclement weather.

Check our park calendar to see scheduled programs for the Royal Palm area. You can also check the current status of programs by calling the main park line at [phone].

 

Program Descriptions

Below are the summaries of all ranger-led programs available in Royal Palm and other areas nearby.

Daily Programs

• Anhinga Amble- 10:00 AM

  Interested in seeing wildlife? Take a stroll with a ranger and explore the renowned Anhinga Trail where alligators, wading birds and other wildlife are easily spotted! Meet at the Royal Palm benches. Wheelchair accessible. 0.7 miles, 45 minutes. Summer schedule: available every day at 10:00 am through September 30th.

• Glades Glimpse- 2:00 PM

  The Everglades is a place like no other! Sit in the shade as a ranger reveals the amazing wonders of the Everglades. Topics vary daily. Meet at the Royal Palm benches. Wheelchair accessible. 20 minutes. Summer schedule: available every day at 2:00 pm through September 30th.

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Weekend Programs

• Inside Stories- 12:00 PM

  The summer heat is upon us! Join a ranger in the cool auditorium of the Ernest Coe Visitor Center to learn about the INSIDE STORIES of what makes the Everglades so special. Topics vary by ranger. Accessible. 30 minutes. Summer schedule: available Saturdays & Sundays at 12:00 pm through September 30th.

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