The rest stop on I-75 (Alligator Alley) at Mile Marker 35 is a unique nature destination, not just a pit stop, featuring a four-story observation tower for panoramic wetland views, extensive boardwalks through native plants, educational exhibits, playgrounds, dog parks, and picnic areas, transforming a basic rest stop into an environmental education center and scenic oasis for families and travelers to experience the Everglades up close. It's about 10 miles west of the Weston toll plaza. They have many things as well - a Four-Story Observation Tower: A 40-foot-tall structure that provides panoramic 360-degree views of the surrounding wetlands and is accessible via a long ramp. Elevated Boardwalks: An extensive network of winding boardwalks over a three-acre engineered wetland, allowing visitors to view native flora and fauna safely. Nature Exhibits: The site includes a wetland plant exhibit, an arboretum with native landscaping, and informative kiosks about the Everglades ecosystem. One of these days I will get to the tower, boardwalks and nature exhibits. I do know that it is a perfect place to use their restrooms! And they are new now! read more

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Clean and convenient when you need a rest and coffee or snack. I thought the rest stop was clean and well lit. The vending machines had all kinds of coffee and I choose the hot chocolate. I wish the cups had cardboard holder because the chocolate came out super hot to the touch. The vending machines had all kinds of snacks even ice cream. Glad for this rest top to stretch the legs. read more

This rest stop is located on the south side (on your way back to Miami). Lots of parking here, though a bit odd that you have to walk around the building to enter it, if you aren't a trucker. Bathrooms are a bit old, and not that big. Decent sized lobby with vending machines. read more

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Best place rest mid driving ..every thing excellent...cleaning rest room..food wending Atm. change machine