Is it safe to swim in the Everglades?
Is it safe to swim in the Everglades? Stay a safe distance from the shoreline (15 to 20 feet; 4.5 to 6 meters) and do not swim, snorkel, or dive where prohibited - in any canal, pond, freshwater lake, marked channel, or boat basin inside the park. Prevent small children and pets from approaching shorelines or basking alligators or crocodiles.
Can I wear shorts in the Everglades?
SUMMER CLOTHING RECOMMENDATIONS We recommend you wear shorts, a t-shirt or blouse, and a pair of flip-flops or sandals on those warm days. It rains frequently during the summer in Florida, and our airboat rides run rain or shine.
How deep is the water in the Everglades?
The water level is only, on average, around 4 to 5 feet deep, and the deepest point is around 9 feet.