Location: Ochopee
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Top 6 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Ochopee, Florida (FL)
Ochopee is an unincorporated community in Collier County, Florida, United States. It is located to the east of the intersection of US 41 and State Road 29, near Carnestown. The community is part of the Naples–Marco Island Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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1. Clyde Butcher Everglades Swamp Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 93 reviews
A Big Cypress Swamp walk is more than a walk in the park—it’s an adventure, a getaway and a thrill! Experience the primordial beauty of Clyde Butcher’s world when you experience a guided eco-swamp tour or private photo safari swamp tour through Big Cypress National Preserve behind his gallery. Beneath the ancient cypress trees, stop and listen to the deep stillness of an unspoiled paradise that seems far from everyday life. In this light-filled realm of wonder and awe, you are completely surrounded by nature in her purest state. Clyde Butcher's Big Cypress Gallery is located along the scenic Tamiami Trail (U.S. 41), 47 miles east of Naples and 36 miles west of Miami at Mile Marker 54.5, about half mile east of the Big Cypress National Preserve Oasis Visitor Center.”To know the swamp you have to get into the swamp.”The gallery offers guided swamp walk tours and Cottage rentals. Explore Big Cypress!
2. Big Cypress National Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 537 reviews
Land of biological diversity, measuring 729,000 acres, combines a mix of pines, hardwoods, prairies and mangrove forests along with a variety of wildlife including White-tailed deer and Florida panther.
Reviewed By allthegirls2014 - Naples, United States
Just before the rainy season started, I went to check out the Preserve, specifically to drive on the Loop Road, before it became too wet. It was a fabulous afternoon. I stopped to chat with the ranger at the Welcome Center just east of Carniestown for tips and great maps. (It's important to have paper maps, as there is limited cell service within the Preserve) and asked where the gators were hanging out. I continued east on 41, stopped at the Kirby Storter Roadside Park for a nice boardwalk (herons, egrets, turtles) and then moved on to Loop road. The road is not paved except at the far northeastern end. But the drive was amazing. Alligators were everywhere, visible from the car (or you could sneak out to snap a pictures). Lots of birds: egrets, hawks, roseate spoonbills, herons. You can just pull over if you see something interesting. I was driving my sedan, but it would have been better in a taller vehicle. And afterwards, I did have to wash my car, as it definitely looked like I had been off-roading. Kept my phone charged and brought water and snacks. Wonderful drive, fabulous pictures. Highly recommend.
3. Wooten's Everglades Airboat Tour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,894 reviews
Wooten's offers unique airboat rides through 259 acres of private Everglades grasslands, swamp buggy tours through a cypress forest, and an animal sanctuary with panthers, tigers, snakes, crocodiles, and over 100 alligators. We also have hourly live gator shows between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm!
4. Loop Road
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 448 reviews
Reviewed By mdgipsy - Baltimore, United States
This was just spectacular. Take your time, take drinks and snacks. Alligators along side the road, lots of birds, even a snake crossing.
5. Oasis Visitor Center
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4.5 based on 219 reviews
Established in 1974, as America's first national preserve, the site protects over 729,000 acres of a vast freshwater swamp ecosystem, which supports the rich marine estuaries along Florida's southwest coast.
Reviewed By B5023WPmichaelb
This is easily the best of the nature observatories along route 41 between Naples and Miami. In addition to approximately 25 adult alligators that ranged in size up to about 13 ft, there were White Ibis, Great Egrets, Anhingas and a nice mix of native and non-native fish species. The boardwalk is just steps from the parking lot, and you will see wildlife almost immediately. There are clean restrooms and vending machines as well. Definitely worth a stop if you are headed from Miami to Naples or vice versa.
6. Big Cypress Oasis Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By 10Tricia - Miami Beach, United States
Short boardwalk with soo many alligators and fish. A must stop along the Tamiami trail. Great for taking photos.
