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Credit: Jesse Scott
When people think of South Florida casinos, names like the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Gulfstream Park and Casino at Dania Beach usually come to mind. But tucked along Alligator Alley on the far western edge of Broward County sits a gaming spot that many locals have never heard of.
Located adjacent to the Miccosukee Service Plaza at Exit 49 on Interstate 75, Little Trail Casino opened in February 2024 as a sister property to Miccosukee Casino & Resort. The casino occupies 8,500 square feet on Miccosukee land and holds the distinction of being the first gaming destination to open at a highway rest stop in South Florida.
Browardist recently stopped in and found a surprisingly polished operation in the middle of the Everglades. The non-smoking casino features 150 slot machines, sparkling-clean interiors and a laid-back bar tucked toward the back of the property.
The setting is part of the appeal. One minute you're cruising through sawgrass prairies and wetlands, the next you're pulling into a modern service plaza complete with fuel stations, food options, a Dunkin' and a casino.
Open daily from 9 a.m. to midnight, Little Trail Casino caters to both road-trippers looking for a break and gaming enthusiasts perhaps seeking a change of luck. The property also offers a rewards program and rotating promotions, including free-play giveaways and prize drawings throughout the summer.
The spot is located at 47801 W. State Road 84, approximately 48 miles west of Downtown Fort Lauderdale.
For more information, visit miccosukee.com.
