Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge

Fish and Wildlife Service, Florida.

Established in 1989, Southwest Florida’s Florida Panther National Wildlife is located within the heart of the Big Cypress Basin, encompassing the northern reach of the Fakahatchee Strand, the largest cypress strand in the Big Cypress swamp. This Refuge protects core habitat for the endangered Florida panther and all native wildlife who roam within the apex predator’s habitats.  

Nearby Activities

• Birding
• Hiking
• Hunting
• Interpretive Programs
• Photography
• Wildlife Viewing

Directions

From Naples Area:

Take I-75 South towards Miami. Get off at Exit 80. Turn left on State Road 29, heading North. The refuge trails will be located on the left-hand side about a half mile down the road. 

From Immokalee Area:    

Take State Road 29 South. The refuge trails will be located on the last right-hand side gate right before the on/off ramps for I-75.

Headquarters Office - TEMPORARILY CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Email: floridapanther@fws.gov

Additional Information

• Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge