Ft. Meyers Beach: Dakota Ave., Beach Access 16

Dakota Ave., Beach Access 16 is a public beach access point in Fort Myers Beach, Florida, sitting about a tenth of a mile from the center of town. It offers a straightforward way onto the sand, with accessible access and parking available on site. The most comfortable stretch for a visit runs from about November through April. In those months, typical averages at a nearby weather station in Fort Myers show highs from the mid-70s to the low 80s and only about five wet days a month. Summer is much hotter and wetter, with July and August typically reaching highs of 92°F and around 18 wet days each. Plan on paying, since a fee is charged to use this access. Within a few miles you'll find Mangrove Loop, a hike about 2 miles away, and Big Carlos Pass, a climbing area roughly 3 miles off.