🥾 ActiveWeekend · from Miami, FL
Mangroves, Wetlands & Turquoise Waters
Paddle through pristine mangrove tunnels and explore crystalline tropical waters while discovering Florida's most breathtaking natural ecosystems.
Day 1 — Everglades National ParkDay 2 — Bahia Honda State Park
Day 1 — Everglades National Park
Day 1 — Everglades National Park
🚗 1 hr 58 min driving📍 5 stops
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Morning
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Drive
Miami, FL → Everglades National Park
1 hr 39 min
Everglades National Park
★ Reviews →Glide through pristine wetlands on an airboat adventure to spot alligators, manatees, and exotic birds in one of America's most unique ecosystems.
~2.5 hrs📍 See location
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Lunch
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Heritage Market and Restaurant
★ Reviews →A Florida Keys market and restaurant sourcing local fish and produce for a menu of fresh, casual plates. The kind of place that earns its rating from return visitors rather than one-time tourists.
~1 hr📍 See location
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Afternoon
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Drive
Everglades National Park → Flamingo Campground
19 min
Flamingo Campground
★ Reviews →Fall asleep under the stars at the southern tip of the Everglades where mangrove forests meet the Florida Bay for an immersive wilderness camping experience.
~2.5 hrs📍 See location
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Evening
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Flamingo Restaurant
★ Reviews →Savor fresh-caught seafood and waterfront sunset views at this remote dining gem accessible only by boat or a scenic drive through the heart of the Everglades.
~1 hr📍 See location
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Flamingo Lodge and Restaurant
The only lodge inside Everglades National Park proper, at the end of the 38-mile park road — wading birds at your doorstep at dawn, bioluminescent bay tours at night, and a remoteness that no hotel outside the park can replicate. Book well in advance.
Day 2 — Bahia Honda State Park
Day 2 — Bahia Honda State Park
🚗 1 hr 47 min driving📍 5 stops
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Morning
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Drive
Everglades National Park → Bahia Honda State Park
1 hr 27 min
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Bahia Honda State Park
★ Reviews →Discover some of Florida's best beaches and snorkel pristine coral reefs while surrounded by the historic Seven Mile Bridge and tropical island beauty.
~2 hrs📍 See location
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Lunch
🍽️ Lunch~6 hrs
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Florida Keys Cafe
A Keys breakfast spot with eggs, pancakes, and fresh-squeezed juice that fuels a full day of diving, kayaking, or reef-exploring without weighing you down.
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Afternoon
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Drive
Bahia Honda State Park → Fred C. Manillo Wildlife Trail
14 min
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Fred C. Manillo Wildlife Trail
★ Reviews →Hike through native hardwood hammocks and coastal vegetation on this peaceful Big Pine Key trail to encounter endangered key deer in their natural habitat.
~2.5 hrs📍 See location
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Evening
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Drive
Fred C. Manillo Wildlife Trail → Pop's Smoke Shed - Big Pine Key
6 min
🍽️ Dinner~1 hr
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Pop's Smoke Shed - Big Pine Key
Dig into mouthwatering smoked meats and local favorites at this casual Keys institution that captures the laid-back spirit of island life.
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Consider staying overnight
The drive home from Bahia Honda State Park is 3h 2m — consider staying overnight and driving back in the morning.
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