Barkingham Dog Park

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.

10/24/2022

The Dog Park is open! There is a small area still fenced off - please use caution when visiting!

10/14/2022

Please check our website at www.leeparks.org for an update list of amenities.

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.

10/07/2022

As we head into the weekend, we want to remind the community that all of our parks, beaches, boat ramps, centers, preserves, and pools are closed due to the impacts of Hurricane Ian. Please continue to monitor our social media channels or visit www.leeparks.org for 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

06/02/2022

This page is monitored and maintained by Lee County Parks & Recreation. Periodic updates for this facility will be posted to this page. For up to date news, program updates and announcements, please like and follow us on our main page, Lee County Parks & Recreation.

05/14/2021

Your beaches, parks, preserves, swimming pools and boat ramps are open on Memorial Day. Recreation centers and Lee County administrative offices are closed and will reopen on Tuesday, June 1.

We wish everyone a safe Memorial Day holiday as we remember all those who have given the ultimate sacrifice while serving in our United States Armed Forces.

02/15/2021

Let us know what park amenities and recreation activities you want to see more of in the years ahead. Complete our needs assessment survey today!

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Lee County Parks & Recreation serves a diverse community with a focus on safety and accessibility at our many parks, preserves, recreation centers and athletic facilities. As one of the fastest-growing areas in the United States, our goal is to meet the park and recreation needs of our community today and in the years ahead.

To help us achieve this goal, please complete a short needs assessment survey to share with us your preferences for the Parks & Recreation amenities you will like to see in the coming years. Your input is valuable to help us plan for the future.

The survey is available in both English and Spanish. Please click the links below to access the survey.

English: https://arcg.is/1zn91L

Spanish: https://arcg.is/1KfDLC

Lee County Government
Florida Recreation and Park Association, Inc.

01/20/2021

This is your chance to let us know what you would like to see from your Parks & Recreation department as we plan for the future. Please take our short survey!

Lee County Parks & Recreation serves a diverse community with a focus on safety and accessibility for our many parks, recreation centers, athletic facilities and conservation areas. As one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, our goal is to meet the park and recreation needs of our community today and in the years ahead.

WE NEED YOUR HELP. Please complete a short needs assessment survey to share with us your preferences for the Parks & Recreation amenities you will like to see in the coming years. Your input is valuable to help us plan for the future.

The survey is available in both English and Spanish. Please click the links below to access the survey.

English: https://arcg.is/1zn91L

Spanish: https://arcg.is/1KfDLC