Need to Know

• Fees: All programs are free with a valid entrance pass. Learn more about fees on our Visit Us page.
• Reservations: Space may be limited and reservations may be required for some tours, please see the program descriptions for more information.
• Cancellations: Some programs are subject to weather conditions and may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
• Come Prepared: Always check the weather conditions before leaving home and dress appropriately for the day. This might include wearing a hat, sunglasses, long sleeves, long pants, and walking shoes. We recommend that you bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
• A parent or guardian must accompany all youth under the age of 18. All participants must come prepared to be good listeners, pay very close attention to the walk leader, stay with the group, and be respectful of wildlife and other visitors.
• Trails. Trail surfaces are either mowed grass, shell-rock gravel, or a wooden boardwalk. Trails are mostly flat without steep inclines, but some trails have uneven surfaces and exposed roots.
• Note for large groups Please contact refuge staff at least one month in advance to make a reservation for guided tours of groups larger than five (5) individuals. Reservations allow staff to avoid conflicts between other groups and resource management activities, and to arrange logistics for those groups requesting services.

April 2025

Tram Tours -  Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays at 10:00 am; Fridays at 1:00 pm

We will start taking reservations for May tram tours on Wednesday, April 16. The tram schedule for the following month will always be released on the third Wednesday of the month.

No tram tour on April 12 or April 19

Walking and biking are a great way to see the Refuge, but sit back and relax on this educational tour via tram! The tram also has a running board approximately 6 inches off the ground, hand rails on the side of each bench, and a hand hold at the ceiling of the tram. Seats are not assigned with your reservation and we recommend arriving at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour. Tours are approximately 2 hours long. Maximum number of passengers is 8 people. Reserve your spot(s) by calling the Visitor Center at 561-734-8303. There is a waitlist available.

Sunrise Photo TRAM Tour - Sunday, April 6, 15 minutes after sunrise

This tour will be by tram and will focus on photography for wildlife and scenery. It is approximately 1.5 to 2 hours long. Meet at the Marsh Trail Pavilion 15 minutes after sunrise. Space is limited to 8 people and reservations are required - Call the Visitor Center at 561-734-8303.

Sunrise Photo WALKING Tour - Sunday, April 6, 13, 20, 27. Starts 15 minutes after sunrise 

Grab your camera and join Peter and Lora Lekos for a guided walking tour to view and photograph wildlife in its natural settings. The walking tour is approximately two hours and participants should expect to walk 1-2 miles. Meet at the Marsh Trail Pavilion 15 minutes after sunrise. Space is limited and reservations are required - Call the Visitor Center at 561-734-8303.

Moonlight Paddle - April 11 and 12, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Everglades at night on a full moon night. This will be a 1 mile guided paddling trip. Loxahatchee canoeing will be hosting the event and starting at the Lee Road Boat Ramp. Participants are encouraged to wear long-sleeved shirts and pants and should bring a flashlight and insect repellant. Reservations are required. Call Loxahatchee Canoeing directly to reserve your boat and your space 561-733-0192. 

Peaceful Nature Walk - Thursday, April 3, 10, 17, 24 am 9:30 to 10:30 am

Join two of our naturalists for a slow-paced walk up to 1 mile to explore the beauty of nature. We will be starting at the visitor center butterfly garden and heading to either the boardwalk or the marsh trail. Along the way, let your senses and wonder lead you. Ask questions about plants you've seen on the Refuge and learn their stories, as well as their names. Explore history, animal behavior, and more as you walk in the gift of nature. This walk can be up to 1 mile round trip on a boardwalk or packed gravel. Call the visitor center to make your reservation: 561 734 8303