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Observation Tower
This 45-foot tower that stands in the middle of the Tram Trail.
Plan Around Observation Tower
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Observation Tower Details
At the halfway point on the Tram Trail stands a 45-foot-tall Observation Tower that provides panoramic views of the Everglades. Beneath the tower, there's a water hole that is pretty reliably filled with gators for your viewing pleasure. A gradual ramp provides those with wheelchairs or mobility issues easy access, and every point around the tower has a different view. There are no picnic tables around the observation tower, but benches lining the path here make it a good place to stop and eat lunch.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Observation Tower
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Bobcat Boardwalk
A short but scenic trail through sawgrass and forest.
7.0 mi away
Shark Valley Visitor Center
The Shark Valley Visitor Center provides access to the heart of the Everglades and the "River of Grass."
7.0 mi away
Tram Trail
A 15 mile-loop that can be walked, biked, or explored via the ever-popular Tram Tour.
