Congress formally dedicated this as a national park in 1947, the same year as Douglas’ book.   Native Americans have lived ...

While the average natural visual range in Everglades National Park should span ... and the problems they cause include weakening the health of plants and animals, permanently harming ecosystems and ...

The Everglades ecosystem was degraded and transformed when ... oxygen depletion and harmed native plants and wildlife. But measurements downstream tell a different story. Salinity levels have ...

This water flow is critical for the health of the ecosystem and supports a variety of plant and animal life. The Everglades is a critical habitat for several endangered and threatened species.

Upon arriving at Everglades National Park (ideally ... as do a variety of plant species and diverse ecosystems. Outdoor activities abound for visitors of all ages, including biking and hiking ...