Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center (Gulf Coast)
Facility · Florida ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Everglades National Park (National Park) · Open Access
- 3 ft
- Elevation
The Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center is currently closed due to construction. The Gulf Coast kayak launch and surrounding site are open. Gulf Coast Rangers can be found onsite or reached at (786) 758-0635.
Getting there
The Gulf Coast Visitor Center is located 5 miles south of Highway 41 (Tamiami Trail) on State Road 29, in Everglades City. From Interstate 75 (Alligator Alley), take exit 80 (State Road 29) south and proceed 20 miles to Everglades City. Once in Everglades City, follow the signs to the park. The visitor center is on the right.
Approximate GPS coordinates: 25°50'49.03" N 81°23'06.85" W
25.84576, -81.38594 · 25°50'44.7"N 81°23'9.4"W
Typical weather
Typically 92°F in Aug, down to 77°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 77 | 79 | 81 | 85 | 88 | 90 | 91 | 92 | 91 | 88 | 83 | 79 |
| Low °F | 54 | 58 | 60 | 65 | 69 | 74 | 76 | 77 | 76 | 71 | 63 | 59 |
| Precip in | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center (Gulf Coast)
- Can you reserve a site at Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center (Gulf Coast)?
- No. Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center (Gulf Coast) is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
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Contact
- Phone (786) 758-0635
- Email ever_information@nps.gov
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
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