Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center (Gulf Coast)
25.8458, -81.3859 · Park boundary: National Park Service
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center is open daily from 9am to 5pm. The site features a kayak launch, wildlife watching, and a picnic area.
- Every day
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Everglades National Park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center is open daily from 9am to 5pm. The site features a kayak launch, wildlife watching, and a picnic area. The Gulf Coast entrance serves as the gateway for exploring the Ten Thousand Islands, a maze of mangrove islands and waterways that extends to Flamingo and Florida Bay. This region of the park is only accessible by boat.
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Classic NPS cancellation with site name and date
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center is located 5 miles south of Highway 41 (Tamiami Trail) on State Road 29, in Everglades City. From Interstate 75 (Alligator Alley), take exit 80 (State Road 29) south and proceed 20 miles to Everglades City. Once in Everglades City, follow the signs to the park. The visitor center is on the right. Approximate GPS coordinates: 25°50'49.03" N 81°23'06.85" W
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center is open daily from 9am to 5pm. The site features a kayak launch, wildlife watching, and a picnic area.
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