Manatee Springs State Park

5761 Palm Beach Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33905-3113
 
 
 
 
 
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Manatee Park is a rare opportunity to see the endangered West Indian Manatee in its natural habitat. During the months from October through March, the manatees travel to the area, attracted by the warm water discharge... More »
Manatee Park is a rare opportunity to see the endangered West Indian Manatee in its natural habitat. During the months from October through March, the manatees travel to the area, attracted by the warm water discharge from the nearby Florida Power plant. The 16-acre park features viewing areas, a fishing pier, picnic areas, and native plant and butterfly gardens. There's a kayak/canoe launch to the Orange River as well. Call ahead for optimum viewing times
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Open Hours: Apr-Sept: 8am-8pm daily; Oct-Mar: 8am-5pm daily
Contact: +1 352 493 6072
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3 reviews for Manatee Springs State Park
A Beautiful Experience
By SHELBYDOG, 02/26/09
These pictures are from a recent visit to Manatee Springs State Park in Ft. Myer's, FL This is a definate must see if your in the area & want to visually experience watching the manatees swim around. It's a very beautiful & informative park with very friendly staff to make your stay a memorable one. The only cost is a $1 donation for parking & the experience is worth much more than that.
 
 
 
 
 
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Misinformation - Manatee Springs in Chiefland, FL
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 11/11/08
I am not a yahoo member and don't wish to become one so am not able to submit a correction. I am a Park Ranger at Manatee Springs State Park in Chiefland, FL 352-493-6072. We are 4 hours North of Fort Myers.
 
 
 
 
 
4 of 4 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Wish they were HERE year round
By Arlene, 02/18/07
We recently had guests from New England and took them to the Manatee Park, also our first visit there as we are new to this area. There were numerous manatees that day, all sizes. The viewing area is such that you can actually see them rather close. Also there was an informational talk about the manatees and a very informative talk about the butterfly garden and the butterflies and their life cycle. The walk around the park grounds is very pleasant and there is even kayaking available. Before we left we enjoyed our picnic in the beautiful surroundings. We look forward to our next visit to this Lee County Park and hope there will be manatees there again. It is great for all ages!!
 
 
 
 
 
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