Davis Boat Ramp

10/15/2026

From exploring art sculptures, to touring LeeTran buses, to learning about coffee roasting, our Variety Club participants are on the move, learning and exploring!

See more of their adventures at https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCqMbN

Variety Club is a specialized recreation program for individuals with disabilities. Programming is designed to provide participants who require unique accommodations with opportunities to participate in recreational activities, enhance social skills, explore creativity, and engage in the community.

10/14/2026

Save the Date for Storytime in Manatee Park

📆Tuesday, Nov. 10
⏰10:30 a.m.

Meet our friends from the Lee County, FL Library at the ampitheater in the park for a free story time in the park. All ages are welcome!

10/13/2026

Visiting Fort Myers Beach is simple with LeeTran - Lee County, FL Transit

Your STEP-BY-STEP plan for getting around on Fort Myers Beach:

1. PARK-Start your beach day at the Park & Ride
2. RIDE-Take the 490 to Fort Myers Beach
3. EXPLORE- Use the 410 to connect to destinations along the beach

Spend less time behind the wheel and more time enjoying everything Fort Myers Beach has to offer.

For more information got to RideLeeTran.com

10/12/2026

Woof-A-Hatchee Shade Structure installation is complete!

Come enjoy visits to this off-leash dog park daily, from dawn to dusk. Learn more at www.leeparks.org/dogs.

10/09/2026

Our Lakes Park Fall Festival begins tonight!

Don't miss out on the Halloween Express. Get ready for a boo-tiful ride filled with spooky sights, Halloween delights and plenty of tricks and tracks! This is one fright you won’t want to miss, so hop aboard and let the Halloween fun roll!

Don’t miss the train… or it might be a grave mistake! Visit www.rrmsf.org for times and ticket pricing - running nightly Oct. 9 - 31, 2026.

10/08/2026

Explore Lee County parks, beaches and preserves to earn points for prizes like bags, camping experiences and memberships. New locations and features are now live for you to discover!

Get started: www.visitfortmyers.com/ParksPas

10/07/2026

Our fall fun starts this week!

Celebrate spooky season and stop by for some seasonal fun at our parks and preserves in October:
📆 Lakes Park Fall Festival | Oct 9 - Oct 31
📆 Estero Park and Recreation Center Spooktacular Night | Oct. 17
📆 Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Sloughwitched presented by the Friends of Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve | Oct. 23-Oct 24.
📆 North Fort Myers Park and Recreation Center Family Fall Festival | Oct. 23
📆 Veterans Park and Recreation Center Monster Mash Bash | Oct. 24
📆 Wa-Ke Hatchee Park and Recreation Center Trunk or Treat | Oct. 24
📆Community Center of Boca Grande Fall Festival | Oct. 30

Learn more at www.leeparks.org/events

10/06/2026

We are happy to share the Playground Replacement and Shade Structure Project is complete at Kurt Donaldson Park!

Stop by and enjoy the new swings, slides, and climbers. Kurt Donaldson Park is open daily from dawn to dusk.

10/05/2026

Park Advisory - Estero Recreation Center & Park

The Estero Recreation Center will be temporarily closed Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026 until 2 p.m.

Estero Park will remain open, restrooms, water fountains, and water access at the dog park will be unavailable on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026 until 2 p.m.

This temporary closure is due to water outtage at the facility by Lee County Utilities. For more information about nearby Lee County parks visit leeparks.org.

10/05/2026

Drop off items such as diapers, diaper cream, diaper wipes at the following locations:
• Estero Recreation Center
• North Fort Myers Recreation Center
• Wa-Ke Hatchee Recreation Center
• Veterans Recreation Center
• Boca Grande Community Center

🧷 Help keep little ones clean, comfortable and cared for!

Diaper need can create real challenges for families, including missed work and having to stretch limited supplies. That’s why Lee County is partnering with Healthy Start of Southwest Florida to collect diapers and essential baby supplies for local families.

From Oct. 5–23, drop off donations at participating Lee County, FL Library and Lee County Parks & Recreation locations, as well as Healthy Start Southwest Florida locations. 💙

The most-needed items include:
• Diapers, newborn through size 6
• Toddler pull-ups
• Diaper wipes
• Diaper cream
• Child training pants

📍 Find a collection location near you and help make a difference for a local family: https://ow.ly/5hg750ZSHRP

06/25/2025

We’re Listening – Just in Different Ways

To help prevent the spread of misinformation and maintain a respectful and accurate space, we will be disabling comments and direct messages on our social media channels beginning July 1.

But we still want to hear from you — and keep you informed.
Here’s how to stay connected:
📧 Email our team at [email protected]
📞 Call us at (239) 533-7275
📝 Complete our survey at the end of a registered program or class, sent via email.

Thank you for being part of our community. We’re still here — just listening in different ways.

05/01/2025

Starting Thursday, May 1, we will transition to our new paid parking platform, Premium Parking.

There are four easy ways to pay for hourly parking:
• Phone/Text
• Mobile App
• Website
• Kiosk (available soon at beach parks)

Have an Annual Parking Pass with us? Your pass is now digital! Renewals and new passes can be purchased through Premium Parking.

More information can be found at www.leegov.com/parking

10/14/2022

EDIT: Additional facilities added and condensed down to one list.

We're happy to announce the reopening of some Lee County Parks & Recreation locations! Please review the list below of facilites and their opening date.

A few reminders when visiting our open facilities:
- Please follow posted signs, fencing, and staff directions. Some amenities may not be available at this time.
- Hours of operation may vary by facility and reopening dates vary.
- Parking fees apply.

Visit www.leeparks.org for more information.

10/06/2022

All of our Boat Ramps are CLOSED until further notice. Please click on the link below for more information. https://bit.ly/ClosedBoatRamp

All Lee County Parks & Recreation boat ramps remain closed until further notice as the facilities and surrounding waterways are assessed.

For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/ClosedBoatRamp

Check www.leegov.com for Hurricane Ian updates

10/01/2022

EDIT - Our Facilities are closed until further notice.

Hurricane Ian Update: Our parks, preserves, beaches, boat ramps, pools, and centers are closed. Please check back for updates regarding facility operations in the coming days.

For up to date information regarding Hurricane Ian, including resources, please visit www.leegov.com/hurricane

09/26/2022

Hurricane Ian Update: Our parks, preserves, beaches, boat ramps, pools, and centers are closed Tuesday, Sept. 27 & Wednesday Sept. 28. Please check back for updates regarding facility operations in the coming days.
For up to date information regarding Hurricane Ian, including resources, please visit www.leegov.com/hurricane

07/27/2022

Free Parking this weekend July 30-July 31, 2022 in honor of Park and Recreation Month! Click on post below for more information.

To help celebrate Park and Recreation Month, we will be offering free pool admission and free parking on Saturday, July 30 and Sunday, July 31. Plan for a fun day at one of our facilities. Us the hashtags and while you're out exploring!

For more information about our Free Admission and Free Parking weekend visit bit.ly/3zm3Xa9

06/16/2022

Davis Boat Ramp is OPEN. The routine maintenance and repairs are complete. Please follow posted hours of operation and parking fees apply.