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Road trip · South Florida
Everglades & Florida Keys Loop
4 stopsAbout 12 daysTrip snapshot
Arrival airport- MIA
Suggested stay- About 12 days
Reservation demand- 4 stops · check each guide
The loop
Everglades National Park, Islamorada and the Keys down to Key West.
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Fly into Miami International Airport, pick up your car or RV, then drive the loop.
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Est. from $45/day · typical rate
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3Step 3 · Vrbo
Est. from $120/night · typical rate
Stays near Miami International Airport
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Everglades National Park
Suggested: 2 days (full guide: 2–4 days)
Seasonal Access and Wilderness Permits
~26 mi straight-line from Everglades National Park
2Islamorada
Suggested: 3 days (full guide: 3–4 days)
~61 mi straight-line from Islamorada
3Florida Keys
Suggested: 4 days (full guide: 4–6 days)
Overseas Highway Access and Reef Protection
~17 mi straight-line from Florida Keys
4Key West
Suggested: 3 days (full guide: 3–4 days)
Historic Old Town and Marine Reserve Reservations
Viator
Tours & experiences near Everglades National Park
Explore guided activities around Everglades National Park. Check the meeting point, dates and availability on Viator before booking.
Open tour listings separatelyCurated Trip Essentials
Five picks for Everglades & Florida Keys Loop
Waterfront day trips
10L Beach Bag
Keep day-trip items together near the shore; do not assume submersion protection.
Water on walking days
2L Hydration Pack
Carry drinking water on longer walks; refill before leaving services.
Uneven walking trails
Adjustable Trekking Pole
An optional support on uneven walks. Check trail rules, pole length and airline baggage rules.
Eye protection
Polarized Cycling Sunglasses
Wrap-around cycling sunglasses with polarized lenses and a lightweight TR90 frame, according to the listing.
Wildlife & night viewing
WG9801 4K Night Vision Binoculars
3″ HD display · 48MP photo · 8X digital zoom. Check park rules before using lights at night.
$189.99 USD · store price
Shop at WILDGUARDEROptional picks, not a complete packing or safety list. Photos from the ROCKBROS and WILDGUARDER stores. Prices as of 2026-10-19 / 2026-10-20; price, stock and shipping may change.
Quick answers
How many days do I need for the Everglades & Florida Keys Loop?
Plan about 12 days to give each of the 4 stops its suggested minimum time, plus extra if you add rest days.
Which order should I visit the stops in?
Everglades National Park, then Islamorada, then Florida Keys, then Key West. The order keeps each leg as short as possible.
Do any stops on this loop need reservations?
Check booking rules early for Everglades National Park, Florida Keys, Key West. Each stop's guide links to the official source.
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