Are dogs allowed on Anhinga Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Anhinga Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Anhinga Trail?

No, Anhinga Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Anhinga Trail?

Anhinga Trail is rated easy. It is 1.5 miles long with 66 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Anhinga Trail suitable for kids?

Yes, Anhinga Trail is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

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We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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EasyLoop

Everglades National Park/Florida

Anhinga Trail

Homestead, Florida

1.5 mi

Distance

66 ft

Elev. Gain

30m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Anhinga Trail is a short trail in the Everglades National Park. Located 4 miles from the park entrance, it starts at the Royal Palm Visitor Center. The trail is a paved walkway and a boardwalk over Taylor Slough, a freshwater sawgrass marsh. Abundant wildlife is visible from the trail, including alligators, turtles, anhingas, herons, and egrets. It is one of the most popular trails in the park. On November 5, 1996, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:5 ft

Max:9 ft

20 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by National Park Service

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Source of truth

National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.

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Operator:305-242-7700
Address:40001 State Road 9336 · Homestead, FL · 33034

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting unit

FL Unit A1

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Florida hunting page

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Anhinga Trail

About This Trail

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