Galt Preserve features 2.5 miles of hiking trails and boardwalks, a fishing pier, picnic pavilions, restroom and a paved parking area. It is located in St. James City on Pine Island, just south of Pine Island Flatwoods Preserve.
J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge, on the subtropical barrier island of Sanibel, is part of the largest undeveloped mangrove ecosystem in the United States. It is world famous for spectacular migratory bird populations and the best place to start your visit is the FREE Visitor and Education Center!
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.
Estero Community Park is a 55-acre multipurpose park located in Estero, Florida offering a community center, fields, a playground, six picnic shelters, two rentable pavilions, four lighted bocci courts, 12 lighted horseshoe courts, three lighted sand volleyball courts, one multipurpose bermuda field- no lights, two lighted multipurpose bermuda fields and 18 hole disc golf course.
Taking a trip to Lovers Key State Park is certain to be a great experience. The park is a total of 712 acres and consists of four barrier islands, canals, and tidal lagoons. There is a great deal of wildlife there, including dolphins, manatees, and exotic birds. Lovers Key is known as the main barrier island with the other three being Black Island, Long Key, and Inner Key.
Koreshan State Park offers year-round recreational opportunities for boating, fishing, and hiking, as well as concerts and even a farmers’ market. It’s also where the Estero River flows through to the Estero Bay and where a pine flatwoods habitat, as well as a wide range of plant species from all around the world, can be viewed.
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.
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.
