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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

Open Today 8:00am - 5:00pm

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’s 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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In the News
Aerial view of nests
Wood Stork Nesting Season and Water Level Update: February 2022
February 16, 2022 — Wood Storks are nesting, but not at the Sanctuary, yet.
Just Another Day in the Swamp as a Campus Host
February 14, 2022 — Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Campus Host Harry Hite details some of his experiences.
A man with a camera and long lens on a tripod on a boardwalk
Mastering the Capture of the Super Ghost Orchid at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
January 27, 2022 — Photographer R J Wiley started his quest to get the perfect shot in 2007.
Give Where you Live Collier Day is Feb. 9-10, 2022
January 12, 2022 — Support the Sanctuary and take advantage of matching gift opportunities!
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Protecting Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary from External Threats
March 02, 2021 — The results of modeling study are providing new tools for regional wetland conservation.
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Study Conducted by Audubon Reveals Canal Operations are Drying Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
February 25, 2021 — Over-drying has significant implications for wildlife, plant communities, and vulnerability to catastrophic wildfire.
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Research Reveals Threat to Super Ghost Orchid and Wetlands
June 09, 2020 — Drying and wetland loss increase large scale risks of catastrophic wildfire, flooding in big storms, and polluted water fueling Red Tide and Blue-Green Algal blooms.
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