During the summer season, from May through October, afternoon thunderstorms turn the saw-grass prairie a brilliant green. Abundant waters flow over and nourish the flat landscape, providing lush habitat for diverse animal communities. The weather is subtropical and humid, with temperatures in the 80s and 90s. Bus service is offered by Trailways to Miami and Homestead. There are no regularly scheduled bus tours to or within either of the parks.
Rental cars are available at airports and major towns near the parks.
Train service to Miami is offered by Amtrak. Also see Parks and Preserves, the free park newspaper. A Golden Access Passport is available free to U.S. citizens with disabilities. Passes are available at park visitor centers. Entrances From the east, take the Park Headquarters main entrance, which is located 10 miles southwest of Florida City and Homestead, Florida, on Route 9336.