Lovers Key State Park is a beautiful state park located in Southwest Florida, specifically between Fort Myers Beach and Bonita Springs. It is situated on Lovers Key and three other barrier islands - Black Island, Inner and Long Key. The park is easily accessible from Fort Myers Beach and is part of the broader Florida State Park system.
Manatee Park in Fort Myers, Florida, is a popular destination for observing manatees in their natural habitat. The park is particularly known for its manatee viewing area. During the colder months, manatees gather in the warm waters of the Orange River, making it an ideal location for visitors to observe these gentle giants.
The Cape Haze Aquatic Preserve is a designated area located in Charlotte and Lee Counties in southwestern Florida, near the town of Boca Grande. Boca Grande is situated on Gasparilla Island, and the preserve encompasses a significant portion of the waters surrounding this area.
This 8-acre environmental park is great for viewing manatees, especially in the cooler months, and fishing throughout the year. The park includes kayak launch area, manatee viewing locations, a walking path, and landscape improvements. The kayak launch allows kayakers access to the Calusa Blueway through Matlacha.
The Southwest Florida Eagle Cam has been a popular live-streaming webcam capturing the activities of a bald eagle nest in North Fort Myers, Florida. The camera provides viewers with a unique opportunity to observe the daily lives of eagles in their natural habitat.
Cayo Costa State Park is a beautiful barrier island park located near Captiva Island and Sanibel Island on the Gulf Coast of Florida. It is part of the Florida State Parks system and is known for its pristine beaches, diverse natural habitats, and abundant wildlife.
Sanibel Lighthouse was one of the first lighthouses on Florida's Gulf coast north of Key West and the Dry Tortugas. The light,98-foot above sea level, on an iron skeleton tower was first lit on August 20, 1884 and has a central spiral staircase beginning about 10 feet above the ground.
Blind Pass Beach is a picturesque beach located on the west end of Sanibel Island, near the bridge that connects Sanibel Island to Captiva Island. It is often referred to as the blind pass because it is located at the point where the waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Pine Island Sound converge.
Jaycee Park is a popular public park located in Cape Coral, a city in southwest Florida. The park is specifically located along the Caloosahatchee River. This park offers a range of amenities and recreational opportunities for visitors of all ages. It's a great place for outdoor activities, relaxation, and enjoying the natural beauty of the area.
Estero Island is an island located in Lee County, Florida, on the Gulf coast of Southwest Florida. It is bordered by San Carlos Island to the north and Big Carlos Pass to the south.
