Everglades National Park News
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U.S. Wildland Fire Service Responds to the Coptic Fire in Everglades National Park
June 19, 2026 | 8:13 pm
On June 17, a wildfire started by lighting in the northeastern area of Everglades National Park. Named the Coptic Fire, it is now 4,793 acres in size with 40% containment. The fire is located approximately five miles south of U.S. Highway 41 and 3.2 miles west of the L-31N Canal and is burning primarily in prairie habitat.
Everglades National Park Joins Florida Python Challenge™ to Combat Invasive Burmese Pythons
May 19, 2026 | 10:35 am
Everglades National Park announced today its continued support and collaboration with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida, the South Florida Water Management District and other partners for the 2026 Florida Python Challenge™. The annual python removal competition is a public initiative dedicated to raising awareness about invasive species and providing opportunities for the public to get involved in protecting the Everglades ecosystem by removing invasive Burmese pythons.
U.S. Wildland Fire Service Continues Suppression of Highway 41 Fire in Everglades National Park
April 30, 2026 | 11:19 am
The Highway 41 Fire continues to burn and is now approximately 8,500 acres in size with 20% containment. The fire, which started on April 27, is located in the northeastern corner of Everglades National Park, south of U.S. Highway 41 and east of Shark Valley and the airboat concessions.
U.S. Wildland Fire Service Responds to Highway 41 Fire Burning in Everglades National Park
April 28, 2026 | 12:39 pm
On the evening of April 27, a wildfire was reported in the northeastern corner of Everglades National Park. Highway 41 fire burns south of U.S. Route 41.
Everglades National Park Hosts Dark Sky Festival
January 30, 2026 | 11:00 am
The National Park Service is offering the public a special opportunity to experience Everglades National Park at night. The Dark Sky Festival will take place on Feb. 21 from 1 to 10 p.m. in Flamingo, Fla.
Everglades National Park Issues Finding of No Significant Impact for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Everglades Harbor and Channel Dredging Project Environmental Assessment
January 15, 2026 | 2:40 pm
The National Park Service issued a Finding of No Significant Impact on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Everglades Harbor and Channel Dredging Project environmental assessment.
Everglades National Park Cuts Ribbon on New Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center
December 12, 2025 | 10:07 am
Deputy Secretary of the Interior Kate MacGregor joined the National Park Service, community members, and partners today to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the newly redeveloped Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center at Everglades National Park, which is scheduled to open fully to the public later this month. The entire grounds, marina, and canoe/kayak launch have been redeveloped over the past two years into a worldclass facility to welcome visitors to the Gulf Coast side of Everglades National Park.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Announced for the New Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center at Everglades National Park
December 3, 2025 | 2:44 pm
On Dec. 12, Everglades National Park will host a ribbon cutting event for the new Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center in Everglades City at 10:30 a.m. The event is free and open to the public.
National Park Service finds no significant environmental impact from two proposed rehab projects in Everglades National Park
April 1, 2025 | 11:00 am
The National Park Service issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for two major rehabilitation projects in Everglades National Park: Rehabilitation of Parkwide Water and Wastewater Systems and Flamingo Bulkheads Rehabilitation Project. The FONSI establishes that, based on the Environmental Assessment (EA), there would be no significant impact on the environment as a result of the selected action. In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act, the park considered “action” and “no action” alternatives and solicited public comments for 30 days.
Everglades National Park begins Pa-Hay-Okee Overlook trail replacement project
March 10, 2025 | 11:01 am
In early March, Everglades National Park will begin a six-month project to replace the aging Pa-Hay-Okee Overlook boardwalk trail and tower, both of which show signs of wear and deterioration. While the Pa-Hay-Okee Road will remain open as a turnaround, the tower, boardwalk and parking lot will be closed for the duration of the project. The trail is scheduled to reopen after completion in the fall.