The Okefenokee Swamp, located in southeastern Georgia and including parts of northern Florida, is one of the largest and best-preserved freshwater wetlands in North America. Synonyms for this impressive ecosystem include Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, Okefenokee Wilderness, Okefenokee National Wilderness Area, and Okefenokee Wildlife Management Area. This unique wetland habitat is home to a nearly-endless array of flora and fauna including alligators, snakes, otters, woodpeckers, and more than 400 species of plants. The Okefenokee Swamp is an ecological treasure that draws nature-lovers, photographers, and curious visitors from around the world.