Bunche Beach Preserve
Fort Myers · Lee County, Florida
Aerial view — parking & launch
Where it is
Fort Myers, Lee County, FL
26.47400, -81.96100
Parking & access
Calusa Blueway launch at 18201 John Morris Rd; gravel/sand parking, mobile pay (~$2/hr), on-site outfitter
About this spot
Paddle west onto San Carlos Bay or east into mangrove tunnels; classic flats and bird-rich shoreline.
Know before you go
- • extensive flats strand at low tide
- • mangrove tunnels close at low water
- • open bay chop
- • sea-breeze chop
Rentals, tours & lessons near here
Kayak Excursions
Since 2006: kayak & SUP rentals plus guided eco, sunset, manatee, and fishing tours from Bunche Beach, free Lee County delivery.
Estero River Outfitters
SWFL's longtime paddle shop (since 1977): kayak/canoe/SUP rentals from the Estero River, tours, lessons, and a full store.
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