Everglades National Park protects the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States and the unique ecosystem known as the “River of Grass.” Located in southern Florida, the park contains vast wetlands, mangrove forests, sawgrass marshes, and coastal estuaries. The Everglades is home to a wide range of wildlife including alligators, crocodiles, manatees, and hundreds of bird species. Visitors experience the park through boardwalk trails, kayaking routes, wildlife viewing, and scenic drives.