Flamingo
End of the Road
State: Florida
County: Monroe County
Founded: 1890s
Abandoned: 1947 (town)
Peak Population: Fishing village
Flamingo was an isolated fishing and farming village at the southern tip of the Florida peninsula. Residents were relocated when the Everglades became a national park. Today, only a visitor center and marina remain, surrounded by wilderness.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Winter (dry season)
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: Half day
Quick Facts
- End of the road in Everglades
- Former fishing village
- Surrounded by wilderness
Location
Address: Flamingo, Everglades National Park, FL
Coordinates: 25.1333, -80.9333