The Florida Trail runs through the South Florida Water Management District and leaves hikers quite exposed. This has little shade, so bring sun protection. Water from the canals is not …
This campsite is one of two official campsites in the Seminole Reservation. You are allowed to pitch your tent in a square area next to two canals with resident gators. …
Big Cypress is a small community in the Seminole Reservation that you will hike through along the Florida Trail. At the cemetery, you can get cool drinking water and use …
Confusion Corner is located at the southern boundary of the Stormwater Treatment Area 5/6. There are some water structures and it is also a possible spot for a water cache. …
This campsite is one of two official campsites in the Seminole Reservation. You are allowed to pitch your tent in a square area (the ground is very hard for tent …
Some great trail angels fill up the water gallons for us fellow hikers, so we don't have to drink the polluted water from the canals. Thanks a lot! If you …
This is the boundary between Big Cypress Nature Preserve and the Seminole Indian Reservation. To hike in one of these areas, you need to have a permit that can be obtained online. Find out more right here: floridatrail.org/permits.
The museum offers great information about the Seminole people with lots of artifacts and exhibits. There is even a mile long boardwalk through the Everglades. Find out more about prices and opening hours: ahtahthiki.com
Find a nice spot to relax with shade on this endless straight stretch. You cross Everglades Road with the rest area that is equipped with benches and roofs. This is also a common spot for a water cache.
Yes, there is some flat ground, but be aware that you are very close to the train tracks and trains from the nearby sugar mill are running all night long with bright lights shining into your tent.