This 718-acre facility is a natural tidal wetlands area that is located on San Carlos Bay. It is a natural area that is indicative of the entire area before the introduction of exotic plant species; it is "Old Florida." This is a living ecosystem that ranges from a sandy beach to Mangrove forests to salt flats and contains a wide variety of wildlife for viewing and offers great photographic opportunities from the flora & fauna to fantastic sunsets.

• Parking is $2 per hour.
  
• Lee County Annual Parking Stickers are accepted at this location.  
• Approximately 100 vehicles can park between the site and the beach with no vehicles allowed to park on the west side of John Morris Road.
• No unauthorized motor vehicles, including electric motors, allowed on the beach.
  
• No grills or fires allowed.
  
• Pets are not allowed, find dog-friendly parks here.
  
• Outfitters launching from Bunche Beach will be required to pay the onsite vendor a fee of $5 per vessel to launch their equipment.
  
• This park features access to the Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail.
  
• Bunche Beach Preserve is a designated Great Florida Birding Trail site. For more information, maps and guides please visit the Great Florida Birding Trail . "Bird Patrol Tours" For dates and times, go to: www.birdpatrol.org or call (239) 533-7275 for general information
  
• A Saltwater Fishing License is required to saltwater fish from shore. There is no fee for Florida residents.
  
• Beach Wedding Information
  

The outdoor activity center includes:

• Two paddlecraft launches
• Two wildlife viewing and fishing piers
• 310 ft. boardwalk
• Composting restrooms. There is no running water and all electric needs are provided through solar power. An environmental friendly facility, built and designed to employ green practices.

Kayak Excursions is a full service kayak and SUP (Stand Up Paddleboards) company. They offer:

• Kayak/SUP rentals
• Kayak/SUP tours
• Kayak/SUP fishing
  
• Lessons for adults and children
• For more information contact: 239-297-7011 or Kayak Excursions. 
  

San Carlos Bay / Bunche Beach Preserve Wildlife Species List

San Carlos Bay / Bunche Beach Preserve Plant Species List