All About The Cape

 Cape Coral, Florida, is
a large, growing city in Southwest Florida known as the "Waterfront Wonderland" for its extensive network of over 400 miles of canals, offering boating, fishing, and waterfront living on the Gulf Coast near Fort Myers. Founded as a planned community in the 1950s, it features abundant parks, family-friendly activities, marinas like Cape Harbour and Tarpon Point, and a dynamic economy, attracting residents with its warm climate and outdoor recreation, despite being in a hurricane zone. 
 
Key Features:
Waterways: More navigable canals than any other city in the world, providing direct access to the Caloosahatchee River and the Gulf of Mexico for boating and water sports.
Lifestyle: A vibrant mix of suburban living with waterfront access, offering outdoor activities, dining, shopping, and events.
Recreation: Numerous parks, playgrounds, kayak launches, golf courses, and attractions like Sunsplash Waterpark.
Economy & Growth: A fast-growing city with significant commercial and residential development, attracting families and professionals.
Wildlife: Home to the largest population of burrowing owls in Florida, celebrated at the annual Burrowing Owl Festival. 
 
Location & History:
Located in Lee County, SW Florida, near Fort Myers.
Developed by brothers Jack and Leonard Rosen starting in the late 1950s as a modern, planned community.
Incorporated in 1970.