Copeland, FL · Parks & Recreation

Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk

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A boardwalk through Fakahatchee Strand swamp ending at an alligator pond and observation deck.

U.S. 41, about 7 miles west of SR 29, near Copeland, FL

Park hours daily, 8 a.m.–sunset

239-695-4593

The official park page gives the boardwalk length as 2,500 feet. Park entry is $3 per vehicle ($2 pedestrian/bicyclist); whether a fee is separately collected at this entrance is unconfirmed. The trailhead is on U.S. 41 about 7 miles west of SR 29 — 137 Coastline Drive is park headquarters, not this trailhead.

Information last verified 2026-10-21. Please confirm hours and fees before visiting.

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