Matanzas Pass Preserve Launch
Fort Myers Beach · Lee County, Florida
Aerial view — parking & launch
Where it is
Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, FL
26.45380, -81.94600
Parking & access
Hand-launch paddlecraft landing within the 60-acre preserve on the bay side; free parking, restrooms
About this spot
Sheltered back-bay mangrove setting connecting to Calusa Blueway mangrove tunnels, great for beginners.
Know before you go
- • shallow mangrove shoals at low tide
- • tidal current in Matanzas Pass
- • limited launch at low water
Rentals, tours & lessons near here
GAEA Guides
Family-run (since 2001) Master-Naturalist kayak nature tours across SWFL — equipment included, from Estero Bay to the Peace River.
Kayak Excursions
Since 2006: kayak & SUP rentals plus guided eco, sunset, manatee, and fishing tours from Bunche Beach, free Lee County delivery.
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