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Bowditch Point Park Lee County » Fort Myers Beach Place » Outdoors 50 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 49 views 💖 1 |
Located on the northern tip of Fort Myers Beach, this 17-acre beach park includes beach access on the Gulf and back bay, along with hiking trails, picnic areas and a free public boat dock. Some amenities may not be available at this time as the island continues to recover from Hurricane Ian. |
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Barefoot Beach County Preserve Lee County » Bonita Springs Place » Outdoors 505 Barefoot Beach Blvd, Bonita Springs, FL 34134 57 views 💖 1 |
Barefoot Beach County Preserve is a stunning natural area located in Bonita Springs, Florida, along the Gulf of Mexico. It is one of the last undeveloped barrier islands in Southwest Florida, offering pristine beaches, diverse ecosystems, and opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore. The preserve is a jewel for both recreation and conservation. |
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Galt Preserve Lee County » St James City Place » Outdoors 3661 Stringfellow Rd, St James City, FL 33956 42 views 💖 1 |
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. |
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Ding Darling Wildlife Refuge Lee County » Sanibel Place » Outdoors 1 Wildlife Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957 48 views 💖 1 |
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! |
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Sanibel Lighthouse Lee County » Sanibel Place » Outdoors 112 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957 188 views 💖 1 |
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. |
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Estero Community Park Lee County » Estero Place » Outdoors 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL 33928 47 views 💖 1 |
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. |
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Lovers Key State Park Lee County » Fort Myers Beach Place » Outdoors 8700 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 54 views 💖 1 |
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. |
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Koreshan State Park Lee County » Estero Place » Outdoors 3800 Corkscrew Rd, Estero, FL 33928 46 views 💖 1 |
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. |
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Lovers Key State Park Lee County » Fort Myers Place » Outdoors 8700 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 185 views 💖 1 |
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. |
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Manatee Park Lee County » Fort Myers Place » Outdoors 10901 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33905 53 views 💖 1 |
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. |
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Cape Haze Aquatic Preserve Lee County » LEE Place » Outdoors Boca Grande, FL 33921 51 views 💖 1 |
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. |
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Sirenia Vista Lee County » Cape Coral Place » Outdoors 3916 Ceitus Pkwy, Cape Coral, FL 33991 42 views 💖 1 |
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. |
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Southwest Florida Eagle Cam Lee County » North Fort Myers Place » Outdoors 6601 Bayshore Rd, North Fort Myers, FL 3391 57 views 💖 1 |
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. |
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Cayo Costa State Park Lee County » Captiva Place » Outdoors Captiva, FL 33924 186 views 💖 1 |
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. |
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Blind Pass Beach Lee County » Sanibel Place » Outdoors Sanibel, Florida 59 views 💖 1 |
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. |
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Jaycee Park Lee County » Cape Coral Place » Outdoors 4215 SE 20th Pl, Cape Coral, FL 33904 45 views 💖 1 |
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. |
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Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Lee County » Fort Myers Place » Outdoors 7751 Penzance Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33966 211 views 💖 1 |
The Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve is a 3,500 acre wetland, located in Fort Myers, Florida, which filters rainwater on its way towards Estero Bay. |
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Estero Island Lee County » Fort Myers Place » Outdoors Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 209 views 💖 1 |
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. |