These hardwood seedlings would grow and alter the forest from pine to hardwood, but lightning-caused fires destroy the undergrowth and the mature pines' tough bark is able to withstand the periodic fires. The lakeview campsites are the most desirable. By the way, swimming is not allowed in the lake. I assume it is because of alligators. The campground is rarely full, save for the winter holidays.
Winter is the busiest, most pleasant time to be here.
It is the dry season in the Everglades, and the bug population is minimal. Key Information I stayed at one of the sites on the outside of the loop facing the piney woods. Like the other sites here, mine offered a grassy, mowed lawn, with the maximum in spaciousness and an acceptable amount of privacy. I enjoyed looking over the tall pines, smelling their distinct odor while gathering firewood. Three clean comfort stations serve the well-kept campground.