Fort Myers Boating and Sunsets, Places We Love

Get Out and Play Florida!
 

March 2010

 
Lovers Key State Park Boating
  • Crossing over Big Carlos Pass
  • Top-Rated White Sandy Beaches
  • Preferred Boating Size in Southwest Florida
  • Pick Your Boating Day Destination
  • Do Not Forget Your Kayak
  • What to See and Do
  • Just Putting Around is a Blast
  • Best Dog Beach in Florida
  • Finding Your Way
  • This is the Place to Explore
 
 

Lovers Key State Park boundaries are Big Carlos Pass to the north and New Pass to the south. Until the early 1900s, these tropical islands were accessible only by boat. Boating is still a passion to be enjoyed to the fullest.

   
 

Lovers Key Park provides over two solid miles of white sandy beaches on the Gulf of Mexico. Take your pick of Estero Island fun and the wide variety of recreational water related opportunities. We really like the water-life viewing, fish catching, backwater kayaking, and long beach walks.

 
   
 

Small boats rule the waters around here. The small size lets you get into the backwater areas, where the nature is outstanding. An encounter you will want to repeat again, and again.

 
   
 

So many choices of places to checkout from this fantastic boat ramp. Where should we head first guys? Uhhh. Both, Mound Key State Park and Koreshan State Park are only short boat rides away.

 
   
 

This is living a Florida dream! Yes, kayaking or canoeing in the natural waterways and streams is top rated water fun. These waterways are naturally fed by the gulf and inner bays. It is pristine, and the perfect spot to pass times at the park.

 
   
 

On your journey, be sure to stop by some of Southwest Florida's most popular boating destinations: Fort Myers Beach, Bonita Springs Beach, and all of Estero Island. Select from waterfront dining, boater friendly tiki bars, or neat sand bars to anchor around.

 
   
 

You can really enjoy yourself cruising slow, just taking in the scene. If the boat captain goes too quickly, the passengers will be on him to chill on the throttle. The water between Fort Myers Beach and Bonita Springs is top notch eye-candy. Dolphin sightings are an hourly occurrence.

 
   
 

Here is the famous Southwest Florida Dog Beach, one of just a handful of beaches in the area where dogs are permitted. This Florida destination is rated number #1 by Florida dog owners. It is just beautiful!

 
   
 

Lovers Key State Park
8700 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach Florida 33931
239-463-4588
Map

 
   
 

What a vast beach zone. It is so natural, an escape from the everyday norm. You can walk or bike on over five miles of island trails, some that follow right along the Inner Waterways of Estero Island.

 
Traveler Reviews
VISTOR FEEDBACK:
Comments (Total 2)
Estero Backcountry Boating
The Estero Backcountry Boating is primetime for sightseeing and fishing. We like the sunsets too and it takes about 1 hour to circle Ft. Myers Beach entirely.
  Jackie U. M. • January 8
funinthesunrentals.com
Likes Local Fun
I would have to vote for either Fort Myers Beach or Bonita Springs Beach as the best of our waterfront. Sure the Keys are awesome too, but locally it would be one of those two.
  Garrett K. M. • January 5
beachaccommodations.com
 
Finding Your Way

Lovers Key Boating
8700 Estero Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach Florida 33931
239-463-4588
floridastateparks.org

Local & Area Amenities

Educational Center
Picnic Area
Fish Cleaning Station
Entertainment District
Scenic Views
State Park
Nature & Wildlife
Picnic Pavilions
Intercoastal Waterway
Night Fishing
Snorkeling or Scuba
Shelling & Beachcombing
Backcountry Fishing
Kid's Playground
Excellent for Adults
Daily Parking Fee
Public Restrooms
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