The Florida Everglades: SURVIVING THE SWAMP!

Rules and Regulations

Visitors are responsible for knowing all refuge regulations. If you are unsure, please inquire at headquarters.

• Hours - Visitors are permitted only in the designated areas during daylight hours, unless otherwise posted.
• Trails are open to foot travel only.
• Pets are not allowed on trails or boardwalks. Pets are only allowed on a leash not exceeding 10 feet and to walk along Pleasant Plains Road and in parking areas.
• Vehicles should be parked only in designated areas.
• Collecting, disturbing, or destroying plants, animals, or parts thereof, is prohibited unless specifically authorized under a special use permit.
• Camping and fishing are not permitted on the refuge.
• Drones - Launching, landing, or disturbing of wildlife by aircraft (drones) on the Refuge is prohibited.
• Groups -Groups of 10 or more must contact the refuge prior to visiting so the refuge can determine if the group will require a Special Use Permit.
• Organizations -organizations or individuals that charge a fee for programs on the refuge, regardless of the number of participants, must contact the refuge in advance to obtain a Special Use Permit.