Just a hop, skip and a jump from Lehigh Acres is Lover’s Key.
WHERE: Carl Johnson State Recreation Area; Black Island, Inner Key and Lover’s Key
DIRECTIONS: Follow Estero Boulevard south, cross over to Black Island. Sign is on right.
DETAILS: Parking is $5 a car with up to eight passengers, $3 for just one person, and $1 for walk-ins. Fishing is allowed under the boardwalks and at the northern end of the park which borders Big Carlos Pass.
There are acres to explore on nature trails. The beach is pristine and the water is clear. It’s a family affair, but singles looking for a nice beach and less of a meat-market mentality hang there as well. Manatee sightings are frequent. Picnic tables are available on the beach.
Bring your own food/drinks. Canoeing is allowed in the inland waterways. No motorized craft are permitted. Hours: 8 a.m. to sunset.
From the parking area a free tram will take visitors over to the south side of the beach. There is a picnic area along the beach. Dogs are allowed in the park as long as they are on a leash. Call 463-4588.
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