caloosahatcheecreeks
Facility_info

Address

17100 McDowell Dr
North Fort Myers, FL 33917
Google Map/Directions

Contact Information

Lee Waller
(239) 707-0862
LWaller@leegov.com

Hours

Dawn to Dusk

Bicycling/Bike Trails
Boardwalk
Conservation Land
Dog Walking (On-Leash)
Fishing
Hiking Trails
Paddlecraft Landing/Launch
Pavilion
Restrooms
Viewing Areas

Caloosahatchee Creeks Preserve - East 

East River Loop Trail and Live Oak Loop Trail - Re-opened After Trail Improvement Project

As of 9/9/2025, construction has been completed on the trail improvement project that required the closure of both Live Oak Loop Trail and East River Loop Trail. Users will now enjoy a new seating enclave and covered observation area on the Live Oak Loop Trail, while on the East River Loop Trail users will be able to keep their feet dry while hiking along the river thanks to two boardwalk sections and new culverted portions of the trail. Please remember to keep your pets on leash and pick up after them at all times.
Caloosahatchee Creeks Preserve is located on the north bank of the Caloosahatchee River. The preserve is separated by Interstate 75 and includes two separate access points, one on the east side of the interstate and another on the west side.

On the east side, visitors can enjoy a 1.5-mile boardwalk and paved trail that meanders through wetland, hammock, and pine flatwood ecosystems, as well as three miles of additional primitive hiking trails.

On the west side, visitors can access a canoe/kayak launch into Popash Creek, which eventually flows into the Caloosahatchee River. Additionally, visitors can enjoy a short hiking trail and boardwalk that includes an observation deck. 

Both sides include paved parking, picnic pavilions and a restroom. On-leash pet-walking is also permitted on both sides of this preserve.

Total Acres: 1345.82
Number of Parcels: 13
Total Cost: $11,934,756.00
Date First Parcel Acquired: Wednesday, February 23, 2000

Additional Acquisition Information
Land Stewardship Plan Unavailable Land Stewardship Plan

Gallery

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