Shark Valley Bike Trail Open
The visitor center has everything you could need from information to souvenirs to activities to facilities.
Shark valley bike trail open. All bikes must be returned to the rental office by 5 pm. Shark valley trail everglades national park fl a top 10. And shark valley has basically one trail a smoothly paved 15 mile loop. Bike s may be reserved online using the link below or in person on a first come first served basis.
E bikes with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts 1 horse power are permitted on trails and public roads where traditional bicycles. Shark valley is west of the main everglades attractions but it s an attraction in itself. Shark valley tram road snake bight trail rowdy bend trail long pine key nature trail and the l 67 canal road. Those wishing to explore alone can walk the short trails and portions of the tram road or bike.
Bike rental fee is 20 per bike. A bicyclist gets perhaps a little too close to a gator on the shark valley path through everglades national park. But this trail is so special it makes shark valley hard to top. I rented a bike and rode the shark valley loop trail stopping at the.
Shark valley trail north entrance everglades national park is truly one of the most unforgettable bicycle rides in america alligators are an awesome florida symbol and on this ride you literally bike with and around alligators. Located off the tamiami trail us hwy 41 west of miami adjacent to the. Shark valley lies in the heart of the true everglades or river of grass that stretches 100 miles from lake okeechobee to the gulf of mexico. We made every mistake possible at shark valley.
Everglades national park has five biking trails throughout the park. Highway 41 shark valley is in the very heart of the everglades freshwater marsh. At shark valley the alligators and birds that line that trail in winter will amaze. Located 30 miles west of miami off the tamiami trail u s.
Books postcards and other souvenirs are available in the gift store. We made every mistake possible at shark valley. Bicycle rentals for use on the everglades bike trail at shark valley begin at 8 30 am and continue until 4 pm. Guided tram tours bicycle rentals snacks and soft drinks are available from shark valley tram tours inc.
Won t waste your time with the debacle but please heed my suggestions. Take the tram or rent a bike don t walk and especially don t accidentally walk the wrong trail when you re done with the tram ride then go back and walk a. You may walk bike or take a narrated tram ride along a 15 mile loop road into shark river slough. Wildlife abounds here where animals share a freshwater ecosystem of sawgrass marsh and tree islands.
Shark valley visitor center offers educational displays a park video and informational brochures.