The trail is lush and you might spot an owl or bald eagles during winter evenings. This boardwalk cuts through a mangrove swamp before reaching West Lake. In late winter, ducks can be seen here, along with alligators and several species of wading birds. There are interpretive signs. There are centrally located restrooms, but no water or electrical hookups.
Winter is the best time to camp here.
A 20-mile round trip that traces the southern edge of the Florida mainland. Camp overnight at a beach campsite or at the developed campground at Flamingo. On the bay, you can circle the small islands or paddle to a backcountry campsite. A longer trip is to island hop to the Florida Keys. Depths rarely exceed six feet and are often less than two.