Water management wildlife in Naples, Florida

CREW Bird Rookery Swamp Trails is a park and tourist attraction located at 1295 Shady Hollow Boulevard West in Naples, Florida, United States. The institution is dedicated to preserving and protecting the water resources and natural communities of the Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed. Partnering with organizations such as the South Florida Water Management District and the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission, CREW manages over 70,000 acres of land, including the trail systems for visitors to explore. As the largest intact watershed in Southwest Florida, the CREW Trails offer a unique opportunity to witness the changing seasons and diverse wildlife that call this area home. From baby alligators to blooming pine lilies in the fall, to nesting hawks and flycatchers in the spring, there is always something new to see at CREW.

Florida Panther NWR Hiking Trails is a part of the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge, dedicated to the protection of the Florida Panther and its habitat. Located at 14041 Florida 29 in Naples, Florida, this park offers a unique opportunity to explore the refuge and its diverse wildlife. While most of the refuge is closed to the public, visitors can still enjoy hiking trails that provide a glimpse into the natural beauty of the area. Situated in a crucial wildlife corridor in South Florida, the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge is surrounded by other conserved public lands, making it a vital piece of the region's ecosystem. The refuge is home to not only the endangered Florida Panther, but also a variety of other wildlife species that thrive in this protected environment.