Viewpoint · Royal Palm, The Everglades

Gumbo-Limbo Trail

Gumbo-Limbo Trail
Photo: paulsmithrj, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

The Gumbo-Limbo Trail is a short elevated path through tropical hardwood hammock and sawgrass prairie. It provides elevated vantage points over the surrounding wetlands. Visitors can observe wading birds and occasional alligators from the walkway.

Updated November 6, 2026On day 2 of The Everglades in 3 Days

Visiting Gumbo-Limbo Trail: what to know

Tickets
No fee required
Time needed
30 minutes
Best time
Early morning
Getting there
Drive to the Royal Palm area inside Everglades National Park

The Everglades itineraries with Gumbo-Limbo Trail

Day 2 of The Everglades in 3 Days

Royal Palm and Pa-hay-okee

How Gumbo-Limbo Trail fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Royal Palm Visitor CenterRoyal Palm
  2. 9:30Anhinga TrailRoyal Palm
  3. 11:00Gumbo-Limbo TrailRoyal Palm
  4. 13:30Pa-hay-okee OverlookPa-hay-okee
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Gumbo-Limbo Trail FAQs

How long is the Gumbo-Limbo Trail?

The trail forms a 0.4 mile loop on a boardwalk.

What can I see on the Gumbo-Limbo Trail?

Expect views of wetlands, gumbo-limbo trees, and wading birds.

Is the Gumbo-Limbo Trail accessible?

The boardwalk surface allows wheelchair access for most of its length.

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