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Birding Snake Bight Trail
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Nine Mile Pond
A 5.2-mile canoe/kayak loop through shallow sawgrass marsh, marked by numbered poles and best paddled in fall and winter.
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About
Nine Mile Pond is a 5.2-mile canoe and kayak loop trail through shallow, grassy marsh dotted with small mangrove islands, on the main park road toward Flamingo. The route is marked with numbered white poles rather than a clear channel, so it rewards paddlers comfortable with basic navigation.
Water levels are best for a full loop in fall and winter; during the dry season's lowest water, sections can become too shallow to paddle. It's one of the more approachable paddling routes in the park for visitors without their own gear, since rental outfitters in the gateway towns can supply canoes or kayaks for a day trip here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Nine Mile Pond canoe trail?
Nine Mile Pond is a 5.2-mile loop trail, marked by numbered poles through shallow sawgrass marsh and mangrove islands.
When is the best time to paddle Nine Mile Pond?
Fall and winter typically have the best water levels for completing the full loop. During the driest part of the dry season, low water can make some sections difficult to paddle.
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