Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve

Nature preserve · Cape Coral

Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve

Nature preserve · Cape Coral

2500 SE 24th St, Cape Coral, FL 33990

Highlights

Explore a serene wetland preserve with a scenic boardwalk, ecological insights, and a veterans memorial, perfect for a peaceful stroll amidst nature.

2500 SE 24th St, Cape Coral, FL 33990 Get directions

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"Located in Cape Coral, this fascinating wetland offers a window into the real Florida and its denizens. Just be liberal with the bug spray when you visit. Families will enjoy taking the boardwalk trail through the preserve for a chance at spotting eagles, raccoons, snakes, and wading birds. Also worth checking out are the two observation piersand the kayak trails (rentals are available onsite but be aware that the trails require about 800 feet of portage and, therefore, are not suitable for children under six)."

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Teresa Ghioto Wernimont

Google

Loved it. The memorials were amazing and I took some Time to soak those in…. We met a cHarming man who walks those trails daily and spoke with him a bit …. (Dave)…. He shared some great stories of his family. We walked the trails to both piers (lovely views) …. It was a great way to spend a sunny day. Saw some lizards and a white bird … very nice opportunity for some relaxation!

NếpSống BìnhDân

Google

Finally, we had the chance to visit this place, and it was a fantastic walk. The Four Mile Run Trail is definitely long enough to satisfy my curiosity! We also had the opportunity to meet the park rangers, who were incredibly nice and friendly. They shared information about other nearby spots open to the public for fishing, kayaking, and picnics. We’ll definitely be coming back many more times!

T G

Google

Per the signage: NO HUNTING FIREARMS NO AIRGUN NO FIRES NO BICYCLES NO FOOD NO BEVERAGES ON WALK NO HUNTING NO SKATING NO JOGGING NO PETS NO BIKING NO SMOKING NO LOUD NOISE NO SWIMMING NO DIVING Park closes at sunset. The memorial was nice. Combat wounded & handicapped parking. It’s free entry. Good bathrooms. 1 men & 1 women. Water fountain available in visitor center. We liked the coconut art, it was creative. The miniature layout was cool. 11/7/24 - No bugs on the walk. Trash can located in the large parking lot. Free books available at the free library on the parking lot. Helpful ecological preserve map when you walk inside the visitor center. Easy walk. Mainly board walk until about the end but you can walk either the parking lot or take the more “scenic” tree/greenery path. Saw black racer take off on walk back to car.

Darla Dume

Google

Beautiful boardwalk trail through the mangroves with two small piers. Fair amount of people. Went on a Sunday morning and didn’t see any wildlife, maybe because there were a lot of young kids running and having fun. They weren’t awful or anything but probably a little too much excitement for the wildlife.

Blue Fang Burmeister

Google

Excellent place to take a stroll through the mangroves on a beautifully maintained boardwalk. Every time I go, I see something interesting whether flora or fauna. This is definitely one of the better trails/boardwalks in southwest Florida. Easy in and easy out. And best of all...it's free! Great place to collect your thoughts and be at peace with nature. There is also a veterans memorial on site that really needs to be seen to be appreciated. It is quite impressive.

Beth Avilez

Google

Great Boardwalk for families and two piers for viewing and fishing. Couple variations for walking around and of course bagful memorial for armed forces.

William Lieberman

Google

Really nice eco preserve in Cape Coral Florida. Really nice boardwalk. Just about two miles. Very quiet. Nice place for a walk. Plenty of parking. Definitely recommend.

Shane Swartz

Google

Every time we visit here it's always so peaceful, and it's such a nice walk through the shaded mangroves. I have always wished they would extend the pier a bit further and add a covered seating area to have lunch though. Not complaining, just wishful thinking.

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Teresa Ghioto Wernimont

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NếpSống BìnhDân

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T G

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Darla Dume

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Blue Fang Burmeister

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Beth Avilez

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Great Boardwalk for families and two piers for viewing and fishing. Couple variations for walking around and of course bagful memorial for armed forces.

William Lieberman

Google

Really nice eco preserve in Cape Coral Florida. Really nice boardwalk. Just about two miles. Very quiet. Nice place for a walk. Plenty of parking. Definitely recommend.

Shane Swartz

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