Loop Road

Loop Road, a 24-mile (38-kilometer) unpaved route in the Big Cypress National Preserve, is often referred to as the ‘Wild West of the Florida swamp.’ This road offers a chance to leave the main thoroughfare and explore the preserve at a more leisurely pace. Lined with dense vegetation and swamps on both sides, Loop Road provides an ideal setting for wildlife viewing. Visitors can spot alligators, various bird species, and even otters, making it a prime location for those interested in observing the natural inhabitants of the Everglades.