Historical Marker
San Marcos de Apalache
Historical marker location:
St. Marks, Florida
( Marker can be reached from Old Fort Road, ΒΌ mile south of Old Fort Drive.)
The Everglades, one of Florida's most iconic natural landmarks, was not always a protected area. In fact, it was once considered a worthless swamp and was drained and developed for agricultural purposes in the early 20th century.