As of 5:00 p.m., Friday, June 12, 2015, all fire related closures within Big Cypress National Preserve will be lifted. This allows visitors to once again access the entire Florida National Scenic Trail within the Preserve boundaries, and areas of the Addition Lands north of Interstate 75.

All non-fire related closures remain in effect. This includes the annual 60 day recreational ORV access closure that was implemented on June 1, 2015, and will remain in effect through July 30, 2015.

Updates and maps related to the Mud Lake fire complex activities are posted at -Updates and maps related to the Mud Lake fire complex activities are posted at:
http://www.nps.gov/bicy/planyourvisit/2015-mud-lake.htm

Fire activity related to the Mud Lake Complex has been greatly reduced though Preserve staff continue to monitor and mop-up of fire areas.

Bob DeGross
Big Cypress National Preserve
Chief of Interpretation and Public Affairs

33100 Tamiami Trail East
Ochopee, FL 34141
239-695-1107 office; 239-293-3643 cell

“Through interpretation, understanding, through understanding, appreciation, through appreciation, protection.” – Freeman Tilden