Beaches

Beach Accesses are NOW OPEN!

Fort Myers Beach on Estero Island is a favorite destination of many locals, snowbirds and vacationers. The Island boasts seven miles of white sandy beaches along the Gulf of Mexico where the ocean floor slopes gently towards the horizon with no sudden drop-offs or big waves. 

MOBI MATS HAVE BEEN RE-INSTALLED AT BEACH ACCESS 23, 27, 31-36. MATS WILL CONTINUE TO BE REINSTALLED AT ALL REAMAINING BEACH ACCESSES. IMG_8628


These beaches are the perfect place to spend the day, and the breathtaking sunsets are known all over the world. 
 
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The Town of Fort Myers Beach maintains 29 public beach accesses on Estero Island, including Newton Beach Park and Seven Seas Cottage. These are marked and easily accessed from Estero Boulevard, the only thoroughfare through the Island. Many of the accesses also have public parking, and many are ADA accessible either by mobi mat or ramp. 
 
See a map of the accesses. 

The Lee County Parks and Recreation Department maintains Bowditch Point Park, Crescent Beach Park, Lynn Hall Pier and Memorial Park, and Matanzas Pass Preserve, which are in the Town of Fort Myers Beach.

The Beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel is an additional resource for beach information.


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Lovers Key State Park (off island on the south end over the Big Carlos Pass Bridge)


Bonfires on the beach are prohibited

  • Open fires are prohibited on the beach and Little Estero Critical Wildlife Area. 
  • Permits may be applied for through Town Hall for small cooking fires (12” x 12”) on the beach, excluding Little Estero Critical Wildlife Area, from November 1 through April 30. 
  • The permit will require a $30 deposit for cleanup. 
  • No fires are permitted on the beach during sea turtle nesting season May 1 through October 31.


Important info for visitors and residents about enjoying the Beach

Beach Wheelchair Loan Program!

The Town is committed to making it easier than ever for residents and visitors to enjoy the sand and sunshine with accessibility in mind.

Program Details:

  • 2 wheelchairs available 7 days a week
  • Wheelchairs available for up to a 7-day loan
  • Weekend Reservations Required: (239) 765-0202 ext. 1502
  • Reservation Scheduling Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  • At pickup: A quick photo of your valid ID will be taken
  • Please note: This is a push wheelchair, not motorized

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