Located on the Estero River!

The Facts about the Estero River:

From our dock the river is 4.5 miles long to the Estero Bay. Whatever amount time or distance you paddle you'll turn around and come back to the store the same way.

The river has rich history as being a transportation waterway for many early settlers

You'll paddle along the Koreshan State Park.

The Estero River is a spring fed tidal river and our dock is the breakaway away from freshwater to salt water

The river is home to a variety of animals, native and nonnative plants/trees.

Customer Reviews:

"What a great way to spend the day. The staff was great and we had so much fun on the river. Sadly no gators." April 2024

"Staff was so helpful and kind. Beautiful river ride!!!" April 2024

"This place was great. The staff were friendly. The cashier was sweet. My boy and I had a great time. Very nice options they have. The views were great and we seen turtles and 2 dolphins. Just a nice relaxing adventure." March 2024

"Went down Estero River and hit up Mound Key. Got back quite late, not expecting how long it would take, but the workers there were awesome and nice to get to know!" March 2024

"Fabulous few hours on the Estero river. The staff is very helpful, knowledgeable, and explained all the options for going up and down the river. Lots of different equipment to choose from. Fabulous shop. Highly recommend them. We couldn’t of asked for a better time." March 2024

"Estero River Outfitters is so awesome! The staff are all very friendly and accommodating, and kayaking on the Estero River is blissful! Calm, peaceful and full of nature (but not the ferocious kind). I recently took friends who were vistiing from NY and they LOVED it. We will be back again! " February 2024

"Went this morning. Very friendly staff & you can't beat the prices for kayak rentals. Will recommend this place to friends & family visiting the ft myers area" February 2024

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The Facts about the Estero River: