Frank B.
12/16/2020
So glad I made this stop. I'm a cold war nerd, so even better. This site is part of the NPS Everglades Park, so even a better win. I really love when you can do things at your own pace and this...
HM69 Nike Missile Base Tour
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40001 State Road 9336
Homestead, FL 33034
HM69 Nike Missile Base is a well-preserved historic site located within Everglades National Park in Florida. Constructed in 1965 during the Cold War era, the base served as a defense against potential air attacks from the south, particularly from Cuba. The site includes missile barns, assembly buildings, barracks, and two Nike Hercules missiles, offering visitors a glimpse into the technology and history of this significant period.
Visitors can explore the site through open house programs and Ranger-guided tours, available during certain months of the year. The base is also included in the daily programming of the Everglades Institute. With its listing on the U.S. Department of the Interior Register of Historic Places, HM69 Nike Missile Base stands as a testament to the nation's air defense efforts and provides a unique educational experience for those interested in Cold War history.
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5.05 reviewsKaren G.
3/25/2024
We very much enjoyed our Nike Missile tour and were glad we took the time to make this short detour on our trip. We are definitely cold war nerds and have been to a few other missile sites around...
Marqus R.
1/21/2016
Wee-Hoo! As tours go, this one is as good as it gets! The guided tour is 90 minutes long and the tour director I had, Scott, was the best, most friendly fact filled tour guide I've ever had the...
Martin O.
3/7/2012
The Nike Hercules HM-69 Missile Base is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It's located off of Long Pine Key Road in Everglades National Park. From December to April, tours are...
Naty K.
4/6/2015
The Missile Base is a true relic of the Cold War, preserved and frozen in time since the base's use was terminated in 1979. You probably can't be faulted for not knowing that here in Miami-Dade...
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