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Big Cypress National Preserve

Heat Advisory issued August 12 at 12:57AM EDT until August 12 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

12:57 AM — 7:00 PM

* WHAT...Heat index values 105 to 110 expected. * WHERE...All of South Florida. * WHEN...From noon today to 7 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

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

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Bear Island Campground Burns Lake Campground Gator Head Campground Midway Campground Mitchell Landing Campground Monument Lake Campground Pinecrest Group Campground Pink Jeep Pink Jeep Campground

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