Big Cypress National Preserve

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A sort of safeguard between the vast Everglades and the expanding Florida residential and commercial populations, Big Cypress is a little less overwrought with tourism than its big brother. With identical climates and similar wildlife, this well-preserved national site is a must for Florida adventurers.

There are a variety of activities to try while engulfed in this dense, pristine setting. You can hike and backpack into the thick woods that adorn the park or skim the swamps and bogs. The age-old ecosystems are swarming with tropical birds and other unusual natives, so boating or kayaking through the bending streams is a great way to take it in.