Loop Road Scenic Drive
Tourist attraction · Monroe ·

Loop Road Scenic Drive

Tourist attraction · Monroe ·

Scenic loop with swamp scenery, alligators, and diverse wildlife

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Loop Road Scenic Drive by null
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Loop Road Scenic Drive by null
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Loop Road Scenic Drive by null
Loop Road Scenic Drive by null
Loop Road Scenic Drive by null
Loop Road Scenic Drive by null
Loop Road Scenic Drive by null
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Loop Rd Big Cypress National Preserve, Ochopee, FL 34141 Get directions

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Loop Rd Big Cypress National Preserve, Ochopee, FL 34141 Get directions

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The Everglades Is One of America's Most Overlooked National Parks—Why You Should Visit

"This 25-mile gravel backcountry loop delivers solitude and close-up swamp scenery—eerie flooded woods with trees festooned by air plants and the occasional ghost orchid, dark pools where alligator eyes break the surface, and long stretches driven 'without seeing another soul.' The route is lined with cypress forests and offers sightings of egrets, barred owls and other water-woodland species, providing an unhurried, immersive scenic drive." - Stanley Stewart Stanley Stewart Stanley Stewart is a multi-award-winning travel writer and author of three acclaimed books. He is a regular contributor to The Sunday Times and The Daily Telegraph. His work has taken him to more than 50 countries. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Loop Road Scenic Drive

Ileana P.

Google
The Loop Drive in Everglades National Park is an excellent way to see wildlife up close for free. We saw plenty of birds and several alligators, even in December. The road is partly paved and partly off-road. A regular SUV can drive it without any issues — you just need to go a bit slower in some sections because of a few larger bumps, but nothing extreme. Driving around 20 mph is perfectly fine. You can safely stop along the road, and alligators are often visible right next to it. A great, authentic Everglades experience without crowds or extra costs.

Kristine K.

Google
24 mile bypass - you'll reach the middle and see a sign, double sided, 12 miles to hwy 41. Gator trail close to one end, nature walk closer to the other. We had a lovely bike ride on the dirt road, stopping to observe the birds and gators. It was longer than anticipated since I hadn't properly done my homework and had gone off someone else's review of a 15 mile loop. To get back to where you started from it is closer to 42 miles, mile marker 58 to 40 on highway 41 to close the loop.

A Y.

Google
Unforgettable experience with alligators in the wild nature 👍🏽 We didnot see a lot of them. You should have patience and stop on every bridge to look carefully into the water and find at least one or two alligators. Your car will be very dirty and dusty after this route.

carl P.

Google
Big Cypress Loop Road is a fantastic 15-mile drive through the Everglades for the Nature Lover. I recommend this road all year round but especially during and after the rainy season when the alligators fill the roadside and the canal running along the roadside. It will be an unforgettable view of Florida's apex predator and many other wildlife.

Lukas G.

Google
Definitely worth the detour from the 41 - plan approximately 2 hours for the drive since you’ll stop to look at the gators warming up on the street. There’s a 25mph speed limit.

Isra K

Google
Well-kept gravel road along a canal. The water is clear enough to see through the bottom and blue in color in some areas. Plenty of gators, birds, and fish. Very quiet and peaceful

Lakedaimon

Google
Just wow, all swamp creatures direct in front of you. Drove in the morning and took so many nice pictures. Beware the Mosquitos are hungry but not as bad as I thought. Watch out for Alligators since they are everywhere when you step out of your car. The unpaved road conditions vary from good to moderate to very bumpy.

HonestReviews

Google
Best experience ever! Viewed so many amazing sights along this well paved road. Surprised at how much attention they pay to maintain this route! Even saw an alligator on the road! So fun!