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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

May 1 - Dec. 15:

Open Today 8:00am - 1:00pm

Dec. 16 - April 30:

Open Today 8:00am - 3:00pm

Located in Southwest Florida, Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is the gateway to the Western Everglades鈥攑art 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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Upcoming Events
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Nov
4

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Early Birding Tour
Naples, FL
Birding & Community Science In-Person
Nov
5

5:45 PM - 8:00 PM

Corkscrew Night Tour
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
Nov
6

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Explore Corkscrew's Pine Flatwoods
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
Nov
7

7:00 AM - 10:00 AM

BYO Bicycle Backcountry Cycling Tour
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
Nov
10

5:45 PM - 8:00 PM

Corkscrew Night Tour
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
Nov
13

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Ancient Forest Tour
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
Nov
17

5:45 PM - 8:00 PM

Corkscrew Night Tour
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
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Recent News
An aerial view of the restored wetland at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary.
Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Celebrates 1,000 Acres of Restoration
January 17, 2023 — We are grateful to our staff, partners, and donors who have made this milestone possible.
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Wood Stork Monitoring Flight Shows Nests at the Sanctuary
January 13, 2023 — Nesting and roosting activity were observed at the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Wood Stork colony on January 10, 2023.
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探花精选 Names Keith Laakkonen as Director at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
January 09, 2023 — Florida native has a background in watershed management, environmental policy, wildlife ecology, prescribed fire management, and more.
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Ducklings Displaced Before Hurricane Ian's Arrival Find New Homes at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
November 07, 2022 — Nine Black-bellied Whistling Ducks were released into wetlands at the Sanctuary.
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探花精选鈥檚 Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Partners with Florida Power & Light Company to Renovate the Discovery Center Experience
November 04, 2022 — Through FPL鈥檚 charitable arm, the NextEra Energy Foundation, the company committed a gift to support new educational exhibits and other enhancements at the Sanctuary.
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