Bonita Springs
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Bonita Springs, just 15 miles north of Naples on Florida’s Southwest Coast, is a friendly city where visitors can enjoy serene waterways, secluded beaches, nature preserves and state parks, and plenty of in-town activities, from open-air shopping and dining to day spas.
The islands of Lovers Key State Park offer unspoiled beaches and opportunities for hiking, biking, paddling, and spotting wildlife including bald eagles, dolphins, and manatees. East of Bonita Springs, Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is a must-see for birders and wildlife enthusiasts, with a 2.25-mile boardwalk that takes visitors through old-growth cypress forest that’s home to wading birds, raptors, song birds, alligators, otters, white-tailed deer, and other animals.
South of Lovers Key State Park, Big Hickory Island Preserve is where paddlers can explore the 190-mile Great Calusa Blueway, a saltwater kayaking and canoeing trail, which winds through Estero Bay, Pine Island Sound, and the Caloosahatchee River.
In town, visitors can enjoy open-air shopping and dining at Promenade at Bonita Bay, which also hosts the Bonita Springs Farmers Market on Saturdays from October until May. Tarpon Bay, located at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, offers a menu of fresh seafood and craft cocktails. The Harvest & Wisdom restaurant at Shangri-La Springs, a boutique hotel downtown Bonita Springs, serves organic, farm-to-table cuisine.
Plan your trip at Visit Fort Myers and city of Bonita Springs.
BEACHES
Spend time on the family-friendly beaches.
- Bonita Beach Park
- Barefoot Beach Preserve
- Little Hickory Island Park
- Lovers Key State Park
- More beaches
WATERWAYS
Explore the area’s waterways.
FAMILY FUN
Find fun for the whole family at these kid-friendly attractions.
- Wonder Gardens
- Congo River Golf & Exploration
- Bonita Nature Place
- Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium
- Tropic Escape Room
- Bonita Springs disc golf
- Bonita Springs Community Pool
MUSEUMS, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
See local art, catch a live performance, and check out fun events.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
Hike, bike, paddle, and fish at Bonita Springs parks and preserves.
- Barefoot Beach County Preserve
- Imperial River Preserve
- Crew Flint Pen Strand Trails
- Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park
- Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail
- Kayak rentals
- More parks and trails
- More outdoor adventures
ACCESSIBILITY
Visit the area’s accessible attractions and parks.
DINING
Enjoy elegant dining by the water, stop in at a popular cafe, or grab a drink at a lively bar or brewery.
SHOPPING
Shop upscale retail, unique boutiques, and fun and funky flea market booths.
SPAS & WELLNESS
Take a yoga class or indulge in a relaxing spa treatment.
- The Spa at Shangri-La Springs
- Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa
- Bonita Springs Recreation Center
SPORTS
Tee off on the area’s beautiful golf courses and catch MLB spring training games
PET-FRIENDLY ADVENTURES
Take your four-legged family member along to Bonita Springs dog-friendly attractions.
PLACES TO STAY
Book a stay at a hotel, resort, vacation rental, or campground.
Family time at Lovers Key State Park
Quick Facts
Romantic gem between Naples & Fort Myers
Nearest Airport
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