Event

Journey Through Nine Mile Pond (Flamingo)

Everglades National Park

Fee:

Free. This program is included with your park entrance fee. All paddling equipment is provided.

Location:

Nine Mile Pond is located about 45 minutes from the Homestead entrance of the park. There are no restrooms or water available here.

Repeating Event

Days:

Every week on Tuesday and Wednesday

Dates:

November 25, 2025 to January 14, 2026

Time:

8:15 AM

Duration:

3 hours and 45 minutes

Type of Event

Guided Tour

Please check-in with a ranger by 8:15 am. If you are late, you won't be able to join the trip.


Description

On this 3 hour program at Nine Mile Pond, you will be guided by park rangers through the sawgrass and mangroves. You will get opportunities to experience the Everglades wilderness and its diverse habitats, animals, human history, and the vital water of the “river of grass”.

This trip can be very strenuous! For this reason, all paddlers must be at least 12 years old. Please consider your abilities and only sign up if you are physically fit and have prior canoeing experience.


More information

Reservation or Registration: Yes

Advance reservations are required.

Contact Information

Guy Bradley Visitor Center
239-695-2945