26

Marker 26 is one of the numbered waypoints that help visitors navigate the Everglades' expansive wilderness routes. The Everglades holds the largest mangrove ecosystem in the continental United States, and in some stretches of these routes the transition from open prairie to coastal mangrove becomes apparent. This kind of stop is ideal for anyone exploring independently — it marks a natural pause point where the surrounding habitat invites quiet observation. The mix of salt and fresh water influences what you see here, shaping the plant communities and the wildlife that depends on them.