Florida, known for its vibrant cities ... for a truly wild experience. 3. Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary: Witness ancient bald cypress trees and a diverse array of wildlife, including wood storks ...

In the 1800s, the Seminole Indians, who had been driven out of Florida, sought refuge deep in the cypress trees, as did the ... of being a national park. "A swamp is a swamp," scoffed respected ...

Heads up Florida. Say hello to your new neighbor, the Asian swamp eel. The swamp eel is one ... not only Everglades National Park and Big Cypress National Preserve, but the surrounding wetlands ...