Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is hosting a Summer Solstice Evening on June 21, 2023.  Visitors are invited to stroll the boardwalk, talk to our Boardwalk Naturalists and get a fascinating glimpse of life in the swamp as the sun is setting. 

Come and explore the 2.25 mile-boardwalk that serves as the gateway to old Florida wilderness as it meanders through pine flatwood, wet prairie, marshes, and the largest old-growth bald cypress forest in North America. The Sanctuary is also home to hundreds of alligators, otters, white-tailed deer, red-bellied turtles, and a wide variety of wading birds, songbirds, and raptors.

A special highlight of the event will be Christine Cook and her Ukulele! Christine will sing and play songs about the Summer Solstice and the celebration of summertime from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Admission will begin at 5 p.m., and the boardwalk will close at 8:30 p.m. Last admission is at 7 p.m. Sunset that night will be at 8:21 p.m. Please note: a Sanctuary team member will clear the boardwalk to ensure everyone has safely exited by 8:30 p.m.

The Nature Store will be open from 5 – 8:45 p.m. for snacks, drinks, and souvenirs.  Your purchase of nature-oriented products support our boardwalk; all proceeds go back to Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary! Members receive 10% off every purchase.

Get your online tickets here.

Preview the boardwalk by downloading the Boardwalk Map (click here for PDF version). Families are also encouraged to participate in our scavenger hunt (download a copy here).

Admission Fees:

General Admission - $8

Youth Ages 6- 14 - $3

Children Age 5 and Under – FREE

Friends of Corkscrew Members - FREE