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Lovers Key State Park

8700 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
239 463 4588
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Type: State Parks, Parks
Activities: Birdwatching, Hiking, Swimming, Canoeing, Kayaking, Sunbathing
Description: You can swim, fish, bird-watch, hike, canoe or kayak at this park covering 712 acres over four islands.
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

We wanted to spend a day at a quiet, less touristy beach and Lover's Key was great. A good deal ($8 for a car load), beautiful ocean, cool breeze, quiet and less people. The beach is very shelly and you need to wear water shoes, but you can gather up a very good shell collection. There is a tram for... More

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Akron, Ohio
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Rented a Kayak in search of manatee, rained heavy after 30 min. of being out (rented it for 4 hours, 58$) No manatee, drats! Bring your ID for rentals, water, and if your like us, who have never done it before, there is nobody at the ramp where you pickup your kayak to help you put your seats in or... More

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Kissimmee, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

This was a wonderful surprise to find this place. So many things to do, cook, swim, picnic, canoe, beach of course, Only draw back, pets not allowed in the beach area, but are allowed in picnic area.

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Sarasota, Florida
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18 attraction reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

This is a wonderful beach, with lots of things to occupy you for a whole day. From the parking lot it is a bit of a walk to the beach. You see a lot of neat things along the way though, there are a couple of bridges you pass over on the way that get you safely over the mangroves... More

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La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013 via mobile

Loved the beach, bath house was clean, was a long hot truck to the beach on the boardwalk but was well worth it! Sandy bottom and calm waters, saw a snook but no sting rays. A very peaceful beach.

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Huntington Beach, California
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4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

This park rents kayaks and it's an easy trip (self or guided) through the wild water ways. You are imersed in a quite wilderness with some beautiful birds if you are quiet and observent. They also have a great large/long beach for swimming and shelling. Nice place to escape the busy places in town. Nice place for nature lovers.

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Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

My husband and I spent a nice day at Lovers Key S.P. in mid April. First we went for a ranger led kayak tour and saw several different kinds of birds and a manatee. The ranger explained the history of park and identified many of the plants and birds. Next we went to the beach. There were more shells on... More

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Lowell, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I cannot say enough good things about Lover's Key Beach....the place was spotless, interesting and very quiet. The ride into the mangrove and all the nature around you is beautiful and breathtaking. I cannot wait to go back! Great for families and couples.

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Naples, Florida
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11 reviews 11 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

My husband and I, along with my Son, Daughter-in-law and our three grandchildren, live in Naples Fl. We love the Naples beaches and frequent them several times a month. We have been to Barefoot Beach and Bonita Beach, but always find ourselves back at the Naples beaches. Today we decided to experience a different beach, namely Lovers Key State Park.... More

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Jacksonville, Florida
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Hidden near the busy Ft Myers Beach area is a beautiful beach and state park: Lovers Key State Park! Very picturesque and quiet with tram service from the parking lot. On the property you can also obtain food, rent kayaks, and use the facilities. This gem is worth the trip!

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