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Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

A world-class wildlife sanctuary that inspires curiosity and action for a healthy ecological future.
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375 Sanctuary Road West, Naples, FL 34120

Dec. 16 - April 30:

Open Hours: 8:00am - 3:00pm

May 1 - Dec. 15:

Open Hours: 8:00am - 1:00pm

Located in Southwest Florida, Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is the gateway to the Western Everglades—part of one of the largest wetland systems in the world. These wetlands store rainwater, clean storm runoff, send water to the aquifer, and improve water quality for Naples and Bonita Springs estuaries and beaches.

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is a Ramsar Convention Wetland of International Importance. It is one of 41 sites designated in the U.S. and one of 2,400 sites worldwide. The sanctuary protects the largest remaining old-growth bald cypress forest in the world. These ancient trees provide food and shelter for thousands of species, from the tallest Wood Stork to the smallest green treefrog.

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Early Morning Admission for Members
Feb
5
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Early Morning Admission for Members
Naples, FL
Birding & Community Science In-Person
Early Birding Tour
Feb
6
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Early Birding Tour
Naples, FL
Birding & Community Science In-Person
Advanced Swamp Walk
Feb
7
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Advanced Swamp Walk
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
Corkscrew Night Tour
Feb
9
6:15 PM - 8:30 PM
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Corkscrew Night Tour
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
Early Birding Tour
Feb
10
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Early Birding Tour
Naples, FL
Birding & Community Science In-Person
Ancient Forest Tour
Feb
10
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Ancient Forest Tour
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
Sunset Stroll at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Feb
11
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Sunset Stroll at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
Your Guide to Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Recent News
High water levels in the Sanctuary back-country.
The Swamp is Doing Its Job
October 11, 2022 — Data loggers recorded near-record high water levels immediately following the storm, but water levels have already begun to slowly fall.
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a deer in a field
Hurricane Ian: Wildlife Impacts
October 06, 2022 — The cypress that remains has become a burnished brown from the wind but will re-green in the spring.
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Boardwalk sunflowers
Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Reopening Saturday, Oct. 8
October 04, 2022 — World-class boardwalk and facility sustained only minor damage
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Birds Tell Us About Migration
September 15, 2022 — The new tracking station at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is contributing to a nationwide network.
FL Audubon's Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Purple Martins Tell Us About Migration
September 15, 2022 — The new tracking station at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is contributing to a nationwide network.
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Bald eagle adults and chicks at their nest
Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is celebrating Military Outdoors Day on November 11, 2022
September 06, 2022 — This Veteran’s Day event is free for members of the military and veterans and discounted for other visitors.
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Wild Florida Camp Delivered Adventures and Smiles a-Plenty!
August 29, 2022 — Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary's 2022 summer camp launch was a hit with campers and parents.
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