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Matanzas Pass Preserve

Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
239-463-3764
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4.5 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Type: Parks
Traveler Description: The Matanzas Pass Preserve is located on the seven-mile long barrier island of Estero, in the town of Fort Myers Beach, Florida. The 60 acre preserve... more »
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Fort Myers Beach, Florida
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

my husband, grandson, and I hiked the entire preserve. It is very natural and beautiful true, but during the heat of the day, bring water and lots of it, and if it gets late before you find your way out, you need mosquito repellent. My grandson got eaten alive! More

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North of Boston
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Sorry to see much of the open land getting eaten up. But a small piece is still there with fun easy walks through the mangroves and out to the water. Most of it is boardwalks so its good for small children. Cottage isn't open much though. More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

very nice but short hike. Probably the most undeveloped land in Ft Myers. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

If you sit outside, which has a great view, watch out for the cute white bird. Cute, yes, hungry and fast, yes again, It was on our table and had a french fry before we knew what was happening. The inside is lovely and the upstairs bar is lively, A nice change if you want something with a water view... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

Over 60 acres of Beauty. Trails and boardwalk. A Gazebo on the Back Bay to rest and watch. There is also an Historic Cottage at the entrance. More

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Bonita Springs, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2012

A fine place to visit if you want to see what Ft Myers beach was before progress came. More

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Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 29, 2012

Behind the grade school, boardwalk through the trees, very clean and enjoyable walk to other side of island. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 13, 2011
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Matanzas Pass Preserve is a great place to see Fort Myers Beach as it was before it was developed. The boardwalk and trail system leads you through various plant communities to Estero Bay with a wonderful pavilion. Take advantage of the guided nature walks through the Preserve lead my master naturalists. More

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