2018 Map of Monroe Station

About this map

Big Cypress National Preserve dominates this section of the Florida Everglades, where a vast network of strands and wetlands is bisected by the iconic Tamiami Trl E. The landscape is defined by its seasonal water flow, with named features like Monroe Strand, Gator Hook Strand, and Sig Walker Strand marking the slow-moving drainage patterns of the region. Human infrastructure is concentrated along the northern corridor, anchored by the junction at Monroe Station and the settlement of Trailtown. The presence of the Oasis Ranger Station-U S Government Airport and the north-south route of the Florida National Scenic Trail highlights the area's role as a gateway for conservation and backcountry exploration. The Tamiami Canal Number C-4 runs parallel to the highway, serving as a reminder of early 20th-century engineering efforts to traverse this wilderness.