North Fort Myers

If you’re looking for a hotel in North Fort Myers, it helps to first decide what you want to focus on during your trip. Nature areas, sailing, agriculture and water activities offer different ways to spend your time here. Consider whether you’d like to focus on trails and landscapes, an introduction to sailing, agricultural topics or activities on the water. This will make your plans more concrete without requiring you to set a fixed itinerary in advance.

Nature areas and trails

Caloosahatchee Creeks Preserve is located on the north bank of the Caloosahatchee River. At Prairie Pines Preserve, a network of approximately 17 miles of trails is a highlight for hiking and horseback riding. The approximate length gives you an idea of the extent of the trail network without specifying a particular route or hiking time. Hiking and horseback riding are two different ways to experience the preserve.

The landscape at Prairie Pines Preserve is also varied: the area includes wet and mesic flatwoods, depression marshes, wet prairie and prairie hammock. Wood storks, red-headed woodpeckers and marsh rabbits are often spotted there. Which animals you see depends on the season and conditions at the time. If you’re planning a visit to one of the preserves, check current conditions beforehand; trails and access may change.

Sailing and events on the river

Edison Sailing Center is located in Northshore Park in North Fort Myers and offers instruction in the basics of sailing. The center also hosts an annual regatta on the Caloosahatchee River. This offers both an introduction to the basics and a recurring sailing event for visitors with different interests. Programs, as well as the regatta’s dates and schedule, may change. If you’re planning your trip around the event, check the latest dates and details before making arrangements.

Agriculture and plants at ECHO

ECHO Farm in North Fort Myers comprises seven distinct areas featuring unique crops, farming methods and animals from around the world. Visitors can see demonstrations about agriculture, plants and techniques during a guided tour. These are intended to support farmers and urban gardeners in developing countries. Tour content and dates may change, so check current options before your visit.

The farm is also home to one of the largest collections of tropical food plants in the United States. Together with the different areas and demonstrations, the plants provide a distinct focus for visitors interested in growing and agriculture. The collection may change over time.

Water sports and attractions at Brightwater Lagoon

Brightwater Lagoon is open to visitors; tickets can be purchased online or on site, subject to availability. Check current access and ticket conditions before your visit. The lagoon offers kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, as well as water slides and a floating obstacle course. This combines more leisurely activities on the water with attractions that involve movement and navigating an obstacle course. The availability of individual activities and attractions may change.

These offerings have different focuses: nature trails, sailing, agricultural topics and water activities can be planned separately, without expecting one itinerary to suit every trip.

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