Paddle Estero River from Korshan State Park

This watershed is spring fed and not runoff driven. Know your limits as you have to paddle back to the starting point. Upriver is shaded with overhanging trees and down is more open. Korshan has walking trails, pavilions, rest rooms, picnic areas and historical buildings to explore as well as the Launch area with kayaks and canoes to rent. Vehicles with boats on top are $5 and those with trailers are $9 with parking for both near the ramp. You can have up to 8 per vehicle, use the kiosk in the right lane for payment, cash in the envelope. SP rentals call 239-992-0311 or you can rent from Estero River Outfitters as well. I have seen manatee, gator, otter and birds here so bring your camera's. Lots of water and snacks. Down stream are sandy banks to pull out on for a rest and to splash a bit. Not a place for snorkeling so you do not need that gear. The steam river boats used to supply the Korshan Store so lets explore a little history and see what nature will share with us today.