| Welcome to Lehigh Acres, an ever-changing and diverse community of approximately 80,000 residents who have exchanged their more structured lifestyles in other states, other areas in Florida and around the globe for the enviable quality of life here. Just 12 miles east of Fort Myers and two-thirds of the way down the Florida peninsula, Lehigh Acres boasts ponds, lakes and canals. The Gulf of Mexico is just 30 miles west, which means less than an hour to some of Florida's finest beaches. Lehigh Acres is situated on the highest ground in Lee County, ranging from 27 to 30 feet above sea level. Within the community, residents and visitors can enjoy year-round freshwater fishing, golf at five championship courses, biking, tennis, walking and numerous other activities. The average annual temperature is 74 degrees Fahrenheit, with summer highs in the low 90s and the winter lows in the high 40s.
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