Southwest Florida International Airport 20 min
Estero Bay (28 min)
This bay is an aquatic reserve due to its large wetland habitat protected by barrier islands. Edison & Ford Winter Estates (24 min)
21 acres featuring the former homes of Edison & Ford, a research lab, botanical gardens & a museum. Bonita Beach Dog Park (27 min)
Sandy beach & dog run with shallow water, plus free parking, restrooms & canine showers. Barefoot Beach County Preserve (30 min)
Undeveloped barrier island with a sandy beach, learning center, butterfly garden & walking trail. Fishing Pier Fort Myers Beach (23 min)
Catches like cobia & bluefish on a pier with a fishing supplies store, shady benches & sunset views. Lovers Key State Park (27 min)
Once secluded beach now accessible by boardwalk & tram is home to manatees, dolphins & bald eagles. Mound House (29 min)
Restored house museum atop an ancient Calusa Indian shell mound, with artifacts & cultural programs. Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve (12 min)
3,500-acre park offering wildlife, a butterfly garden & boardwalk trails through the wetlands. Bonita Beach (24 min)
Public beach with a mix of shells & sand, ample parking & restroom/shower facilities. IMAG History & Science Center (formerly Imaginarium Science Center) (23 min)
Interactive educational museum for all ages offers 60+ exhibits including a hurricane simulator. Bowditch Point Park (26 min)
Nature preserve & recreation area with panoramic bay views, trails & access to a swimming beach. Lighthouse Beach Park (32 min)
A scenic 32-acre park & lighthouse at the island tip with a fishing pier, picnic area & showers. Koreshan State Park (10 min)
Vast state park with picnic & camping facilities, historic buildings, trails & canoe streams. Lakes Park (11 min)
Park with a freshwater lake for fishing, also offers bike & boat rentals, trails & picnic spots. Sanibel Lighthouse (32 min)
The grounds are open to the public to view the exterior of this historic beachfront beacon up close. | 
