Alligator hiding in grasses of a sawgrass prairie in Shark Valley in the Everglades National Park

9 Incredible Things to Do in Everglades National Park

Everglades National Park has several claims to fame, from being one of the world’s largest wetlands to housing an astonishing volume of plant and animal life. And as the third largest national park in the Lower 48, it’s no surprise there’s TONS of awesome ways to explore its unique natural beauty. Here’s 9 incredible things to do in Everglades National Park to make the most of your time here. 

Alligator in a sawgrass marsh along the Anhinga Trail in Everglades National Park

Anhinga Trail, the Most Popular Hike in Everglades National Park

The Anhinga Trail is the most popular hike in Everglades National Park—and for good reason! Along this short and easy trail through a lush sawgrass prairie, you have an excellent chance of seeing the wildlife that the Everglades is so famous for, including wading birds, turtles, and, of course, alligators! So if you want to experience some of Florida’s wildlife for yourself, here’s everything you need to know about the Anhinga Trail in Everglades National Park.

Couple standing along a wooden boardwalk next to bikes along the Shark Valley bike trail in Everglades National Park

Shark Valley Bike Ride in Everglades National Park: Everything You Need to Know

One of the most unique things to do in Everglades National Park is to enjoy the incredibly scenic Shark Valley bike trail. Contrary to what its name might suggest, you probably won’t run into any sharks along this 15 mile trail, but you ARE likely to see another toothy creature here—alligators!—as well as get to climb to the highest point in all of the Everglades! So if you want to do this wild experience, here’s everything you need to know about the Shark Valley bike ride. 

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