Ranger-Guided Camping Programs

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Student Camping in the Everglades

Everglades National Park maintains two education centers that offer 3-day / 2-night group camping programs. Programs and site descriptions can be found below.

Program Registration

Program registration for 2024-2025 Education Programs will open on August 14th, 2024 at 8:00 AM EST.

2024 - 2025 Program Registration Link

Student Camping - General Information

 

Two Camp Sites - One Unforgettable Student Experience

 
Students enjoying a meal at Hidden Lake Camp Site
Students enjoying a meal at Hidden Lake Camp Site

Hidden Lake Environmental Education Center

Located 15 miles from Homestead and 4 miles from the park's main visitor center. The campsite is within a hardwood hammock, alongside a three-acre freshwater lake. Classes have the option to canoe on Hidden Lake and walk to the popular Anhinga Trail.

 
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Sunrise reflection at Loop Road

Loop Road Environmental Education Center

Located 12 miles west of Shark Valley on Loop Road, inside Big Cypress National Preserve. The five-acre property is an open grassy area with a traditional Miccosukee Indian chickee (shelter) and a freshwater pond. Classes have the option to participate in a narrated tram tour at Shark Valley.

Last updated: July 8, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

40001 State Road 9336
Homestead, FL 33034-6733

Phone:

305 242-7700

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