Bicycling at Shark Valley is a great way to experience the quiet beauty of the Everglades. As the sawgrass prairie slowly unfolds before your eyes, stop and take a moment to enjoy the life that abounds. Along the road are four artificial lakes known as borrow pits. These pits are areas where limestone has been extracted, crushed into gravel, then used to raise the level of the tram road. In the winter months, when the sawgrass prairie is dry, the borrow pits serve as water holes that attract a variety of wildlife. Look for alligators, wading birds, and anhingas around these artificial "gator holes." The bike path is 15 miles round trip. There are no short cuts. If you become tired or are unable to complete the entire 15-mile trip, turn around and return on the same road. Bicycling the road takes an average of two to three hours, but varies with physical stamina and personal interests. The parking lot closes at 6:00 p.m., so be sure to allow enough time. You can rent bicycles at the tram office.

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