Things To Do
Sanibel Island
Sanibel Island has great beaches and is known for it's abundance of shells. It is about a 45 drive from Cape Coral. The Lighthouse Beach at 110 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel has a a fair amount of hourly paid parking spaces and free bathrooms/changing areas. NOTE: There is an automatic toll to cross the bridge to Sanibel Island (leaving is free). If you have a physical toll transponder in your car (like EZ pass or FL Sunpass) you will automatically be charged $6. Otherwise you or the rental car company will receive an invoice in the mail for $9, plus any additional rental car company fees for tolls. You can bring your EZPass from other states or purchase a SunPass at most convenience stores.
Edison & Ford Winter Estates
This visit offers a beautiful walk through the winter homes and gardens of Edison and Ford along with a museum and a laboratory where they worked. It is about 20 minutes away and tickets cost $28 for adults.
Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve
Take a long walk through a 365 acre preserve on a boardwalk with great water views and treed areas. Possible wildlife sightings include eagles, ibis, herons, other wading & migratory birds, raccoons, snakes, etc. On the south side of the parking lot is the Veterans Memorial Area, which includes several memorials designed to recognize and honor those who have served our country through the U.S. armed services. Free admittance and free parking. It's about 12 minute drive. Tips: wear bug spray and sunscreen. Take along a water bottle. Bathroom facilities are only available at the start. Dogs prohibited on the trails. It is located at the east end of SE 23 Terrace. For GPS Use: 2220 SE 21st Avenue.
Sun Splash Family Waterpark
This waterpark is very close to our house and is a great way to cool off in the summer. Behind the waterpark are boardwalks overlooking Lake Kennedy and it's a great spot to watch the sunset.
