Near the entrance to the Everglades National Park, this friendly visitor center has some excellent exhibits, including a diorama of ‘typical’ Floridians (the fisherman looks like he should join ZZ Top).
Ernest Coe Visitor Center
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Nearby attractions
1. Anhinga Trail
2.68 MILES
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2. Royal Palm Visitor Center
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