Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve
For GPS Use: 2220 SE 21st Avenue
Cape Coral, FL 33990
Park Office: 239-549-4606 |
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Hours of Operation:
Preserve Hours:
Daily 8:00 a.m. – dusk; year-round
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At 365 acres, Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve is the second-largest preserved green space in Cape Coral. Located just north of Veteran's Parkway, Four Mile Cove / “Eco Park” is a brackish water wetland area with a walking trail, visitor center, and Veterans Memorial Area. Visitors of any age can walk through the preserve on the boardwalk. Possible wildlife sightings include eagles, ibis, herons, other wading & migratory birds, raccoons, snakes, etc. Be sure to stop at the visitor’s center for information on programs, local wildlife, trail guides, and the “last chance to use the facilities.”
On the south side of the parking lot is the Veterans Memorial Area, which includes several memorials designed to recognize and honor those who have served our country through the U.S. armed services.
As the City of Cape Coral was being developed, the state stepped in and mandated that the area, which was known locally as Four Mile Cove, be preserved. Now, the property is leased from the state to the city to operate as a preserve. The trail system was funded by grants & as a condition of these grants, and the city must manage the park to benefit the wildlife so human intrusion is kept to a minimum.
This is a nature preserve; therefore, dogs are prohibited on the trails, jogging, skateboarding, biking, skating, or rollerblading. The walking trails and access to the Veterans Memorial Area are available year-round.