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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 Hours: 8:00am - 1:00pm

Dec. 16 - April 30:

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

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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Upcoming Events
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Nov
22

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BYO Bicycle Backcountry Cycling Tour
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
Nov
24

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Beginner Swamp Walk
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
Nov
25

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Early Birding Tour
Naples, FL
Birding & Community Science In-Person
Dec
2

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Beginner Swamp Walk
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
Dec
7

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Sanctuary "Sleigh Ride"
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
Dec
7

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Sanctuary "Sleigh Ride"
Naples, FL
Education & Workshops In-Person
Your Guide to Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Recent News
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.
FL ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡'s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
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̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ 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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̽»¨¾«Ñ¡â€™s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Partners with Florida Power & Light Company to Renovate the Discovery Center Experience
November 04, 2022 — Through FPL’s 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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