Miami-Dade County
Kirby Storter - Partial Reopen
As of 11/4/2024, the Kirby Storter Boardwalk will reopen to the public. Note that the boardwalk is only open part of the way, as rebuilding has not yet begun.
Off Road Vehicle Inspections
ORV renewals & new permits will be issued at the Nathanial P. Reed Visitor Center Friday-Monday, 9am-1:30pm. No permits will be issued Tuesday-Thursday. Permits will be issued first-come first-served. Visit our ORV page for more information
Park Passes
Park passes, including: America the Beautiful, Veteran, Lifetime, etc., are UNAVAILABLE for purchase/pickup within Big Cypress. Shark Valley Visitor Center (Everglades) is the closest location to Big Cypress for purchase.
Big Cypress National Preserve issues temporary closure for Mullet Prescribed Fire
Big Cypress National Preserve has issued a temporary closure during prescribed fire activity beginning June 9, 2025. To learn more about what areas and activities the closure entails, click the link
Special Weather Statement issued February 12 at 5:15AM EST by NWS Miami FL
Patchy dense fog has developed across inland portions of South Florida over the past few hours. Visibility may fall to under half a mile at times and may continue to worsen through daybreak. Use caution if traveling as visibilities may vary greatly over short distances. Motorists should allow extra time to reach their destination and use low-beam headlights only.
Special Weather Statement issued February 12 at 4:36AM EST by NWS Miami FL
Areas of fog...some locally dense...are developing across portions of the area. Visibilities have dropped below 1 mile in some locations, and are likely continue decreasing, with localized areas experiencing reduced visibilities to one-half of a mile at times. Fog will likely persist through the early morning hours after sunrise. If lower visibilities materialize, a dense fog advisory will be needed. Motorists are advised to drive with caution this morning as visibilities may widely vary over short distances. Use low beam headlights and leave extra distance between your vehicle and others on the road when encountering significant reductions in visibility. Allow extra time to travel to destinations.
Boater Awareness
Please use caution in park waters due to navigational markers that may be missing or moved due to unforeseen circumstances.
Boca Chita Historic District
Work on the Boca Chita Lighthouse began Monday 01/20/2025 and is ongoing. During this project the interior of this iconic lighthouse will be closed to the public. Updates will be provided when available.
Camping and Docking at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys
Docking at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys: $25.00 Friday - Monday and Federal Holidays Camping at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys: $35.00 per night. Payments must be made on site using the recreation.gov phone app.
Ride Share Services
Convoy Point grounds, Jetty Trail, kayak launch, and picnic area open at 7 a.m. and close at 5:30 p.m. If you are using a ride share service for transportation to and from the park, ensure ride share services can be onsite before closing time.
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