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Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve

7751 Penzance Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33912
239-533-7550
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Ranked #3 of 47 attractions in Fort Myers
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Harrison, Michigan, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW via mobile

It was a nice nature walk. I really enjoyed it. Did see a small gator which was the reason I went to Florida. Can't wait to go back

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Bedford
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

We took the Wednesday morning guided walk with Jamie who knew her stuff and was passionate about the reserve and so full of information. Well worth the visit, we spent a lovely couple of hours in this peaceful spot. I would love to return another time and see how the area is affected by the seasons but we live 3000... More

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Brookfield, Wisconsin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

I just dropped in as I was passing by. Nice nature walk and I did get to see about 5 small (2 -3 foot) gators which made the trip worthwhile. Hopefully I will be able to come back soon with my kids.

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Long Beach, Mississippi
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

The main focus of the Six Mile Cypress Slough (pronounced "slew" if you ask the locals how to get there) is their huge boardwalk nature trail. You can take a guided tour or walk by yourself. We found the guided tour was scaring a lot of the wildlife away, so we headed out on our own. Want good results from... More

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Fort Myers, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

This was my first visit & I thoroughly enjoyed it. What a nice, quiet & serene outing! The hike walkway is well constructed up off the ground & you can stay as long or little as you like. There are signs of direction & benches along the path for rest stops. We saw birds, snakes, alligators (including a baby one)... More

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Naples, FL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

I really enjoy taking a stroll on the boardwalk at the slough. It is really a great place for relaxation and meditation as you walk thru the cypress canopy, along the pond and observe wildlife from the various overlooks. While they talk of Florida's wildlife, most of my encounters have been limited to birds, alligators and an armadillo. Nevertheless it... More

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Fort Myers, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

This thin slice of the way Florida once looked is even wheel chair accessible! Every visit is different as the water level changes and the "Cast of Characters" you may see along the boardwalk changes as well. Take a day off from the beach and visit the Slough.

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Ancaster, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

Who would have thought that there was such a quiet peaceful spot so close to the city! It was a very warm day when we visited the slough but it was such a comfortable temperature under the canopy of the trees. We saw a number of interesting plants and animals... Lots of birds, turtles, fish... And even a couple of... More

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Edmonton, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

I never imagined that I would write a review, especially a five star one for a slough! But this is a great attraction in Fort Myers area and well worth the drive and time if you have half a day open. I would recommend that you take at least two hours to walk through the preserve and look for wildlife,... More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

Nice way to get outdoors and not be on the beach for a few hours. Saw Florida in its natural state. Bring binocs and you can see gators, turtles, fish and lots of different birds. Very peaceful to walk through. Nice flat boardwalk to walk on. Would recommend to anyone who enjoys nature.

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