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Anhinga Trail

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 18 attractions in Everglades National Park
Traveler Description: A half-mile boardwalk along a man-made canal with striking views.
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Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area, Trail
Address: Royal Palm Visitor Center Everglades National Park, FL 33034

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Reviews of Anhinga Trail

( 1-8 of 8 )
5 of 5 stars
portage, michigan
Mar 14, 2008

We saw so much wildlife on this trail, it was hard to remember that it was really wildlife and not a zoo. We went in early March, and all the birds were out (it was around 3 pm), puffing their feathers and singing or putting on mating behavior. And there were so many alligators! Some were just laying around sleeping,... more

5 of 5 stars
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Feb 1, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

I've been there in January 2007. This trails is the best to have a general impression of the Everglades. It's relatively short, well marked and you see most of the Everglades' inhabitants. Lot's of wildlife! It's the perfect place to go if you're short on time. Don't miss the museum and shop right at the park's entrance. And if possible... more

5 of 5 stars
Chicago, IL
Dec 11, 2007
9/9 found this review helpful

This short trail on an elevated walkway over the Everglades is not to be missed! The area is full of wildlife including, alligators (tons), Anhingas, herons, turtles, fish, snakes and though we didn't see any, the elusive marsh rabbit. It is less than a mile long and full of great picture opportunities. Cost is cheap, especially if you have a... more

Sep 20, 2007
7/7 found this review helpful

We went mid August, and this is a great trail for those who want to do a quick stop of the Everglades (its not too far from the entrance) and takes about 40 minutes. Be sure to look carefully, as it can be easy to miss things! We saw a couple of large crocs - quite scary! We also say... more

5 of 5 stars
Belleville, IL
Aug 5, 2007
7/8 found this review helpful

Even though mid-summer is supposedly "off-season" for seeing alligators and other wildlife in the Everglades, we were pleasantly surprised, seeing three large 'gators, many fish and numerous birds, including Anhingas. All this at mid-day too. We thought due to the intense heat and sunlight we might not see much but one large alligator crossed the path in front of us... more

5 of 5 stars
cincinnati
Jun 27, 2007
5/5 found this review helpful

We had only a few hours to spare for Everglades and asked a ranger where we'd be likely to see wildlife. He recommended this trail, and boy was he right! We saw dozens of alligators, an incredible variety of wading birds, turtles, and even a snake. Definitely worth a sidetrip. more

5 of 5 stars
reading, berkshire, UK
Nov 22, 2006
14/14 found this review helpful

Probably the best known of the trails, but none the worse for that. Trail is very well maintained and easy to negotiate. Photo opportunities are great, with copious amounts of wildlife. Alligators, wading birds & lizards are the main stars. more

May 9, 2004
38/41 found this review helpful

My mother, twin brother and I visited Everglades Park , Anhinga Trail on may 5, 2004. Keep in mind that this is the beginning of the wet season. We arrived at the RoyalPalm visiter center, this is where the trail is located. We were expecting to possibly see wild life , maybe a alligator if we were lucky . We... more

Reviews of Anhinga Trail

( 1-8 of 8 )
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Anhinga Trail Address

Royal Palm Visitor Center, Everglades National Park, FL 33034