Spotting the perfect Bananaquit or Golden Plover is a great way to enjoy your visit to Hendry County. Sign up for one of several birding trips sponsored by the Audubon Society, or go your own way to discover the beautiful wildlife that calls the area “home”.
Click here to check out our birding trail guide.
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Port LaBelle Marina
The peaceful Port LaBelle Marina offers well-maintained boat slips and amenities in the heart of scenic Old Florida that provide convenient, safe access to the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean. A popular haven for both locals and visitors, boat docks at Port LaBelle Marina are made from pressure-treated wood, with two cleats and pilings on each side to ensure a secure line. Boat maintenance is much easier for our guests because we have sweet water, which means there is no salt in our water. Boaters will also appreciate that the water levels here never fluctuate, thanks to our convenient location between the Franklin and Ortona locks. Our prime location between these two locks makes us a great hurricane hole. Plus, there’s the added protection and advantage that our U-shaped basin provides. It’s how we earned the nickname of Oxbow Marina from boaters.Address: 1152 Marina Drive, 33935
Phone: (863) 675-2261
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The Florida Trail
South Florida Trail Section - Arcadia. Basinger. Big Cypress National Preserve. Big Cypress Seminole Reservation. Clewiston. Everglades City. Fisheating Creek. Lake Okeechobee. Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail. Lake Placid. LaBelle. Lakeport. Moore Haven. Okeechobee. Pahokee. Port Mayaca. Sebring. South Bay. Spanning more than 1,400 miles from Pensacola Beach to the edge of the Everglades, the Florida Trail is our statewide National Scenic Trail. Discover the hundreds of hiking opportunities it offers statewide. Pet Friendly. Come explore The Florida Trail, where you can Hike, Bike, Paddle and Camp.Address: ( 26.169781, -81.071770 )
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Okaloacoochee Slough State Forest
Okaloacoochee Slough State Forest is located approximately 30 miles east of Fort Myers, in western Hendry and northeastern Collier counties. The forest can be accessed along County Road 832, marked by the various self-service pay stations. The Okaloacoochee Slough contains nearly 35,000 acres, mostly in Hendry County, there are 38 miles of trails open for wildlife viewing, hiking, non-motorized biking, and horseback riding! Also available are four campgrounds. Okaloacoochee-Slough-state-forest-entire-forest Map
Address: Okaloacoochee State Forest 6265 County Road 832 Felda, FL 33930
Phone: (863) 612-0776
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Fisheating Creek Wildlife Management
Fisheating Creek Outpost offers camping, paddling, hiking and eco-adventures along one of the most pristine creeks in Florida. Discover the relaxing atmosphere and experience of a real Florida adventure at Fisheating Creek Outpost! We’re located within the 18,274 acre Fisheating Creek Wildlife Management Area, a perfectly wild place to get up-close to nature!Address: 7555 US Highway 27 North Palmdale, FL 33944
Phone: (863) 946-1194
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LaBelle River Rentals
Labelle River Rentals is family owned and operated Boat Rental company right on the Caloosahatchee River. Family Operated, Family orientated, Affordable Rates, & Reliable Fleet! Choose to be navigated on the water with a captain or operate the vessel yourself if eligible! Visit Labelle River Rentals for more information!Address: 303 Old County Road 78, LaBelle, FL 33935
Phone: (863) 843-0795
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LaBelle Nature Park
Along a mile of interconnected footpaths at LaBelle Nature Park, walk a gentle half-mile loop with views of the Caloosahatchee River from a lush hammockAddress: 440 Fraser Ave, LaBelle FL 33935
Phone: 863-675-5347
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Hendry Glades Audubon Tours
Through a partnership with the South Florida Water Management District Hendry-Glades Audubon offers scheduled escorted driving trips at Stormwater Treatment Area 5/6. Offering driving tours & walking tours! STA-5/6 Driving Access on Scheduled Days Only: Walking/Bicycle access Friday, Saturday and Monday.
Address: 380 Riverview Drive, 33935
Phone: (863) 674-0695
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