Flamingo Accessibility Overview
Lodge
- Doorways: Guest room doorways are 36″ wide with 33″ of clearance.
- Room Layout: Three sides of the bed are adjacent to walls; one side of the bed opens to the rest of the room.
- Bathrooms:
- Bathroom doorway width: 34″
- Shower opening: 46″
- Sink counter height: 32″
Glamping Tents
- Accessible Units: Two ADA glamping tents are available.
- Pathways: A continuous boardwalk connects the asphalt parking area to each tent and its interior.
- Entry & Access:
- No stairs or major lips, except for a small transition from asphalt to boardwalk.
- A slight uphill section leads to the restrooms and functions as a natural ramp.
- Handrails are installed at the tent entrances.
- Distance to Restrooms: Approximately 500 feet along the boardwalk.
- Restrooms: Equipped with ADA-compliant stalls and accessible showers.
Campgrounds
A-Loop
- ADA Sites: Four campsites with extra-long, wide asphalt pads and extended accessible areas near fire pits.
- Surface: Smooth asphalt with gentle transitions to grass.
- Distance to Restrooms: All ADA sites are within 200 feet of ADA-accessible bathrooms and showers.
T-Loop
- ADA Site: One designated campsite with a standard 70-foot asphalt pad.
- Surface: Smooth transition from asphalt to grass with no major lips.
- Distance to Restrooms: Approximately 60 feet from the restroom entrances.
- Restrooms: All include ADA-compliant stalls and showers.
Restaurant
- Accessibility:
- Wheelchair-accessible via the elevator in the Flamingo Restaurant and Lodge.
- ADA-compliant restrooms are available.
- Allergy-Friendly Practices (HAACP Compliant):
- Staff trained in allergen awareness and cross-contamination prevention.
- Allergens noted on all guest orders.
- Dedicated, sanitized prep tools and surfaces used for allergy-sensitive meals.
- Allergy-specific meals are prepared and delivered separately.
- Gluten-Free Options: Available for breads, bagels, wraps, and select menu items such as the granola parfait.
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options: Include oatmeal, veggie burgers, black bean burgers, hummus, nachos, black bean quesadillas, house salad, grilled cheese, and veggie quesadillas.
Terrain and Facilities
- Pathways: Mixed surfaces including asphalt, concrete, hard-pack gravel, and grass; some areas may be uneven or broken, though the overall property is relatively level.
- Doors: Exterior doorways are not automated.
- Parking: Accessible parking is available throughout the property; lots are a mix of asphalt and concrete.
- Flooring: Building interiors feature hard surfaces including tile, painted concrete, and plastic decking.
Activities
- Trails: Short local trails are available but feature mixed and broken surfaces, which may be difficult for mobility devices.
- Boat Tours:
- 90-minute guided tours operate on a 40′ Corinthian Catamaran with shaded seating.
- Accommodates wheelchairs and scooters up to 35″ wide.
- A floating dock keeps the ramp incline stable with changing water levels.
- The boat features a ramp and loading platform with handrails; crew assistance is available.
- Boat Rentals:
- A ramp leads to the floating docks.
- No ADA-specific launch, but dock staff are available to assist with boarding.
More Activities: Flamingo Ranger-Guided Tours