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Manager's Message
The Real Florida, this is what Estero Bay Preserve State Park is all about.
Hiking the miles of trails at the preserve can be a great way to observe many
types of wildlife found in our wonderful state. There are 2 entrances to the
trails, one located on Winkler in Fort Myers, and the other located on Broadway
in Estero. This is a preserve and there are no facilities, be sure to pack
plenty of water. Please call the park office for more information. Canoes are
available at Koreshan State Historic Site.
- Bob Baker, Park Manager
Welcome to Estero Bay Preserve State Park
The first aquatic preserve established in Florida, this is one of the most
productive estuaries in the state. The bay is home to a wide variety of
wildlife, including the bald eagle. The preserve protects the water, inlets, and
islands along 10 miles of Estero Bay. Visitors can canoe or kayak in the bay or
on the Estero River. Miles of trails offer visitors the opportunity to hike,
bicycle, or study the variety of wildlife and native vegetation protected here.
There are gopher tortoises, fiddler crabs, slash pines, and live oaks. Located
near Estero, between Fort Myers and Naples. Take the Corkscrew Road exit from
I-75, go west on Corkscrew Road, turn right on U.S. 41. Turn west (left) on
Broadway West. Public access point is on the north (right) side of the road next
to the Florida Power & Light substation.
Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Estero Bay Preserve State Park, please call 239-992-0311.
Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.
Driving Directions
To Estero River Scrub: I 75 to Corkscrew Rd exit 123. Travel west on Corkscrew
Rd. At intersection with US 41, turn north (right) onto US 41. Turn west (left)
onto Broadway W. Public access point is on the north (right) side of the road
next to the FPL substation. To Winkler Point: I 75 to Daniels Rd exit 131.
Travel west on Daniels Rd. Turn south (left) onto 6 Mile Cypress Parkway. Turn
left (south) onto Summerlin Rd. Turn south (left) onto Winkler Road. Public
access point is at the end.
To Preserve Office: The Preserve Office is co-located with the park office at
Koreshan State Park. Take I-75 Exit 123 Corkscrew Road, head west 2 miles, cross
U.S. 41 and continue on Corkscrew Road approximately 1000 yards to entrance of
park. If traveling U.S. 41 (Tamiami Trail) Koreshan is located at the
intersection of U.S. 41 and Corkscrew Road at Estero.
Park Fees
Admission is free.
Estero Bay Preserve State Park
P.O. Box 7
Estero, Florida 33928
Phone: 239-992-0311
Fax: 239-992-1607 |
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