Lehigh Acres Florida - Things To Do & Attractions In Lehigh Acres FL

Lehigh Acres, situated just east of Fort Myers, is one of Florida’s largest residential communities, offering plenty of family-friendly things to do and outdoor fun, from exploring parks and preserves to championship golf, all within easy driving distance of popular Gulf Coast beaches.

Visitors can enjoy fishing, paddling, and wildlife viewing at Hickey Creek Wildlife and Environmental Area and Frank Mann Preserve. With a fishing lake and a host of other amenities, Veterans Park and Recreation Center has something for everyone, including a splash pad for kids and a dog park for the four-legged members of the family. For adventures on the water, the Caloosahatchee River, part of the Great Calusa Blueway, can be accessed from the Alva Boat Ramp and Caloosahatchee Regional Park directly north of Lehigh Acres.

Golfers will want to check out the scenic championship courses at Westminster Golf Club and Ibis Landing Golf & Country Club. In addition to a nine-hole golf course, Lehigh Resort Club offers a number of family-friendly things to do, including swimming, tennis, volleyball, shuffleboard, miniature golf, and a children’s splash pad.

Families of all ages will enjoy a visit to Pelican’s SnoBalls for ice cream and mini golf, and in nearby Fort Myers, the Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium is a must-see.

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FAMILY FUN

Visit the area’s kid-friendly attractions.

• Pelican’s SnoBalls
• Veterans Park and Recreation Center
• More kid-friendly things to do

BEACHES & WATERWAYS

Lehigh Acres is within driving distance of family-friendly beaches and Gulf islands.

• Caloosahatchee River
• Lynn Hall Memorial Beach Park
• Crescent Beach Family Park
• More Lee County beaches

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Explore the preserves and trails.

• Veterans Park and Recreation Center
• Paws 4 Duty Dog Park at Veterans Park
• Lehigh Acres Park
• Frank Mann Preserve
• Lehigh Acres Trailhead Park
• Wild Turkey Strand Preserve
• Hickey’s Creek Wildlife and Environmental Area
• More outdoor recreation in the Fort Myers area

ACCESSIBILITY

Check out the area’s accessible parks and attractions.

• Accessible county parks
• Lee County accessible tourism guide

DINING

Find Cuban, American, and Caribbean cuisine in Lehigh Acres.

• Jacmel Caribbean
• The Food Twisters
• Buckingham Farms
• Country Style Ice Cream & Coffee
• El Tarasco
• More places to eat and drink

SHOPPING

Take a drive to the Fort Myers area for shopping and more.

• Miromar Outlets
• Gulf Coast Town Center
• More Fort Myers shopping

GOLF

Tee off on the golf courses of Lehigh Acres.

• Ibis Landing Golf & Country Club
• Lehigh Resort Club
• Westminster Golf Club

PLACES TO STAY

Plan a camping trip or book a room at a resort or hotel.

• Lehigh Resort Club
• Caloosahatchee Regional Park campground
• Quality Inn & Suites Lehigh Acres Fort Myers