Telegraph Creek Launch (SR-78)

Alva · Lee County, Florida

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Aerial view — parking & launch

Where it is

Alva, Lee County, FL

26.73700, -81.70900

Parking & access

County-improved put-in at ~15700 N River Rd where the creek crosses SR-78; 10 parking spaces west of the bridge

About this spot

Shaded, uncrowded creek beneath arching live oaks - a classic scenic old-Florida flat-water trail.

Know before you go

Rentals, tours & lessons near here

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SWFL's longtime paddle shop (since 1977): kayak/canoe/SUP rentals from the Estero River, tours, lessons, and a full store.

Since 1992: guided kayak/SUP eco-tours, lessons, fishing trips, and rentals through the Matlacha & Pine Island mangroves.

Kayak & SUP rentals plus guided and self-guided tours of Cape Coral's canals and mangrove tunnels, free delivery.

Mobile SUP & kayak rentals and guided tours with free delivery across Matlacha, Pine Island, and Cape Coral.

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