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Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

A world-class wildlife sanctuary that inspires curiosity and action for a healthy ecological future.
Discover adventure, birds, and how to make a difference at an 探花精选 center.

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.

Love the Sanctuary? Enjoy unlimited visits with a Corkscrew membership.
Upcoming Events
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Nov
4

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Early Birding Tour
Naples, FL
Nov
5

5:45 PM - 8:00 PM

Corkscrew Night Tour
Naples, FL
Nov
6

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Explore Corkscrew's Pine Flatwoods
Naples, FL
Nov
7

7:00 AM - 10:00 AM

BYO Bicycle Backcountry Cycling Tour
Naples, FL
Nov
10

5:45 PM - 8:00 PM

Corkscrew Night Tour
Naples, FL
Nov
13

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Ancient Forest Tour
Naples, FL
Nov
17

5:45 PM - 8:00 PM

Corkscrew Night Tour
Naples, FL
Your Guide to Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Recent News
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Protecting the Ghost Orchids of Collier County
July 30, 2024 — Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary staff participate in, learn from UF/IFAS Extension Office Ghost Orchid Symposium
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The "Super" Ghost Orchid Now Blooming
June 24, 2024 — The first blossoms of the 2024 season were photographed on June 22. The orchid's last blossom was observed on Sept. 5.
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Corkscrew Watershed Science Forum Presentation Summaries
May 29, 2024 — The following summaries were curated from presentations shared during the 2024 Corkscrew Watershed Science Forum.
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