When winter temperatures begin to fall across much of the country, Southwest Florida offers RV travelers a very different way to spend the season. Warm sunshine, palm trees, beautiful waterways and an almost endless choice of outdoor activities make the Fort Myers area an ideal winter destination. At Cypress Trail RV Resort, you can settle into your home away from home and enjoy everything this remarkable corner of Florida has to offer.
One of the greatest pleasures of wintering in Southwest Florida is simply being outdoors. While friends and family back home may be shoveling snow, you can be enjoying your morning coffee outside, taking an afternoon walk or relaxing under a Florida sunset.
For anglers, Southwest Florida is hard to beat. The Caloosahatchee River, nearby back bays, canals and Gulf waters provide opportunities for both freshwater and saltwater fishing. Charter a boat for a day on the Gulf, fish the local waterways or simply enjoy watching the boats go by or a pod of manatees!
Boating, kayaking and paddleboarding are equally popular. The region’s extensive network of rivers, bays, mangrove trails and coastal waterways provides countless places to explore at your own pace.
Don’t forget the clubs when you pack the RV! Southwest Florida is a golfer’s paradise, with an impressive selection of public and semi-private courses throughout Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Estero, Bonita Springs and Naples.
Whether you’re a serious golfer looking to play several times a week or simply enjoy an occasional relaxing round with friends, you’ll find courses for practically every skill level and budget. Best of all, Florida’s winter weather means you can leave the snow shovel behind and spend considerably more time working on your golf swing.
No Southwest Florida vacation would be complete without spending time near the Gulf. Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel and Captiva provide wonderful opportunities for beachcombing, shelling, wildlife watching and enjoying spectacular Gulf Coast sunsets.
Take a leisurely drive, discover a waterfront restaurant, explore one of the area’s nature preserves or simply find a quiet spot to watch the world go by. Part of the attraction of an extended RV vacation is that there’s no need to rush—you have time to discover the places that shorter-term visitors often miss.
Southwest Florida offers much more than beaches and outdoor recreation. Historic Downtown Fort Myers, known as the River District, combines brick-paved streets, restaurants, galleries, boutiques, entertainment and beautiful views along the Caloosahatchee River.
Spend an afternoon exploring downtown, enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants and perhaps stay for a performance at the acclaimed Florida Repertory Theatre. Art Walk and Music Walk events add even more atmosphere to the downtown experience.
For another memorable evening out, the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall brings Broadway productions, concerts, comedy and other nationally touring entertainment to Fort Myers. The area’s thriving arts and theater scene means there’s always something different to enjoy.
Perhaps the best part of spending the winter at Cypress Trail RV Resort is having time to experience Southwest Florida rather than simply visit it.
One day might mean golf in the morning and dinner downtown. Another could be spent fishing, boating or exploring Sanibel. And sometimes the perfect Florida day involves doing very little at all—just sitting outside, enjoying the sunshine and remembering exactly why you brought the RV south for the winter.
With recreation, culture, restaurants, beaches and natural beauty all within easy reach, Southwest Florida has everything you need for a memorable winter escape.
Bring your RV, leave the winter coats behind and discover why so many travelers return to Southwest Florida year after year.