Lovers Key Carl E. Johnson State Park, Fort Myers Beach

About Lovers Key Carl E. Johnson State Park

Lovers Key Carl E. Johnson State Park in Fort Myers Beach features a Welcome and Discovery Center as its primary indoor attraction. The center houses an exhibition hall with state-of-the-art interactive environmental displays professionally designed to immerse visitors in the park's diverse habitats. A 2,100 square foot exhibit hall showcases interpretive displays that encourage visitors to explore the actual park areas depicted. The facility includes a 1,500 square foot community room equipped with projection and audio-video technology for classes, programs, and events. Outdoor touch tanks and experiences located under the building allow hands-on exploration regardless of weather. The center orients visitors to the full range of park offerings beyond the beach itself. More than one million annual visitors come to this among Florida's most-visited state parks. The Welcome and Discovery Center suits families, students, fishermen, and casual beach visitors seeking to understand and experience the park's natural environment.