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Island in the United States of America
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Pine Island is a largely rural island west of Cape Coral in Southwest Florida known for its mango farms and commercial fishing industry in the Intracoastal Waterway.
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Until Spanish colonization in the 16th century, Pine Island was controlled by the Calusa, their capital being a few miles to the southeast at Mound Key. The Calusa had a settlement near Pineland on the west coast of the island where they constructed shell mounds and a canal. The trail passes these mounds and displays plaques detailing the pre-Columbian history of Pine Island.
Details the history of the island including the Calusa period (corresponding roughly to the Middle Ages) and the modern era of American settlement from the 19th century to the present.
A 260-acre forest preserve with several hiking trails.
Open to recreational boaters on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.
This 900-acre park protects Florida's native pine flatwoods biome, necessitating regular, controlled burns. Designated trails and fire lines make up 7.5 mi of trails total that can be hiked across the flatwoods ecosystem.
Short trail connected to a paddling (kayak) route through the mangrove forest.
Kayak and canoe launch.
A 1 mi trail great for spotting gopher tortoises. Ecosystems across the preserve vary from scrubland at the park entrance to pine flatwoods and mangroves farther north. Pets aren't allowed due to sensitive wildlife.
The "food is love" seafood diner in Matlacha, sourcing from local ingredients. Plenty of classic American fare.
Standard American cuisine, but with some Mexican and Spanish dishes as well, such as paella.
American cuisine with shrimp dishes.
American and Italian cuisine, and seafood. It's allowed to reserve a table online before coming.
Tiki and sports bar with typical cuisine such as Key West linguine, ahi tuna nachos, and pineapple bowls (not to mention drinks, of course!). Don't miss the views onto the Intracoastal Waterway facing Matlacha and Cape Coral.
Small resort accommodation on the shore of the waterway, with a swimming pool, fishing docks, and a tiki bar.
Bright blue (in true Matlacha style!) 4-room hotel just off Pine Island Road. Backs onto the waterway near Matlacha Park.
Hotel with suites. There's a boat dock and trailer parking available here.
Coastal lodges, a boat dock, and restaurant.
RV park for vacations and long-term stays. Includes waterfront sites for those with boats.
Mangos, berries, nuts, avocados, and rare fruits are grown at this nursery. Check the website for harvest times of the nursery's various fruits.
A botanical garden and farm that cultivates tropical fruit (even lychees and star fruit!) and frequented by domestic animals and local wildlife.
Specializes in the sale of antibiotic-free beef and raw dairy, but pork and poultry are also available.
A mango farm open from May to September.
You can buy mangos on-site or have them shipped, but check the website first for details regarding when they're in season!
By car
Pine Island Rd from Cape Coral is the only road access to the island, coming from the east.
By boat
It is possible to kayak through the mangrove swamps on the eastern side of the island, and there are marinas on the western side.
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Fort Myers · International · RSW
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