About this campground
Nathaniel P. Reed Visitor Center is a facility that was designed with energy conservation in mind, making maximum use of renewable resources. The visitor center offers indoor and outdoor exhibits related to the history of the Big Cypress Swamp, as well as printed materials and an introductory film to the Preserve, its resources and recreational opportunities. The auditorium is available to reserve.
Getting there
From Naples: Heading east on US41, just a few miles east of SR29. Heading south on I-75, exit SR-29 south (toll), then turn left to head east on US41, OR exit onto N Collier Blvd (toll free) heading south, then turn left onto US41. From Miami: Head west on US41. The Welcome Center is on the left shortly after MM 74.
Nearby federal campgrounds
- Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center (Gulf Coast)Everglades National Park5 mi
- Burns Lake CampgroundBig Cypress National Preserve7 mi
- Monument Lake CampgroundBig Cypress National Preserve13 mi
- Pink Jeep CampgroundBig Cypress National Preserve16 mi
- Oasis Visitor CenterBig Cypress National Preserve18 mi
- Midway Campground (FL)Big Cypress National Preserve21 mi
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