Event

Nike Missile Site Tour (Royal Palm)

Everglades National Park

Fee:

Free. Free with paid entrance fee

Location: LAT/LONG: 25.387310, -80.680460


Daniel Beard Center, reached through the Homestead entrance. Stop by the Ernest F. Coe Visitor Center by 1:00 pm for directions.

Repeating Event

Days:

Every day

Dates:

December 15, 2018 to March 31, 2019

Time:

2:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour and 30 minutes

Type of Event

Guided Tour

Visitors are encouraged to be at the Daniel Beard Center by 2:00pm, and stop at the Ernest Coe Visitor Center for directions at by 1:00pm.


Description

NO RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Step into the Cold War for a tour of the historic Nike Missile Site A/2/52 where U.S. Army soldiers defended the United States from the threat of attack. Meet at the Daniel Beard Center by 2:00PM. Handicap accessible, 0.7 mile walk, 1.5 hours. 

Please note that there is very limited shade, no restrooms, or water available at the Nike Missile Site. Visitors are encouraged to use the bathroom and refill water bottles prior to the program at the Ernest Coe Visitor Center. Bring water and sun protection. 


More information

Reservation or Registration: No

NO RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Contact Information

General Park Information
305-242-7700
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