Brightwater Lagoon Fort Myers
A Sun-Soaked
Day in the Water
Brightwater Lagoon Fort Myers is your go-to spot for fun. Dive into the good life with a floating obstacle course, tasty eats, cold drinks, and plenty of ways to kick back and relax. Every corner of our Lagoon is designed to keep the vibes high and the fun flowing.
*Brightwater Lagoon is completely cashless.
Today's Hours
- Operating Hours 11AM - 9PM
- Water Hours 11AM - 7PM
- Bar Hours 11AM - 9PM
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Mini Golf
Test your short game on our mini golf course, providing competitive and casual fun for all ages.
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Volleyball Court
Enjoy a casual volley or a full-on game in the sand on our volleyball courts.
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Water Obstacle Course
Leap, slide, and balance your way through this floating playground built for bold moves.
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Water Slide
Race to the bottom and make a splash with every twist, turn, and drop.
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Entrance
Step into your daycation destination, where every moment ahead is made for fun.
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The Hub
Your central go-to for info, check-ins, rentals, and regrouping between lagoon adventures.
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Cabana Cove
Private swim area, reserved seating, and elevated service designed for a more exclusive lagoon escape.
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Sandbar
Signature cocktails and breezy vibes await at this open-air bar right by the action.
Explore Brightwater
Five acres of endless adventure await you in beautiful North Fort Myers. Get ready to soak up the sun with a drink in hand.
All Day Tickets must be purchased for guests 4 years of age and older. For guests 3 years of age and younger, please add the complimentary ticket to your cart.
All Day Ticket with Splash Pass
ALL DAY ENTRY
INCLUDES COMPLIMENTARY:
Parking
Beach Loungers
ACCESS TO:
Swim-up bar
Mini golf
Swim area
Water Obstacle course
Kids Water Obstacle Course
Water slide
Volleyball courts
Kayaks
Paddle boards
Day Ticket without Splash Pass
ALL DAY ENTRY
INCLUDES COMPLIMENTARY:
- Parking
- Beach Loungers
ACCESS TO:
- Swim-up bar
- Swim area
- Water slide
- Volleyball courts
Get Tickets
Only available on days with openings after 12pm (1pm, 2pm, and 3pm). All add on water activities will be closed. For the full schedule, please view our Hours & Events calendar.
Late Day Ticket with Splash Pass
ENTRY AFTER 3PM
INCLUDES COMPLIMENTARY:
- Parking
- Beach Loungers
ACCESS TO:
- Swim-up bar
- Mini golf
- Swim area
- Water Obstacle course
- Kids Water Obstacle Course
- Water slide
- Volleyball courts
- Kayaks
- Paddle boards
Complimentary loungers are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For guaranteed seating, reserved loungers and cabanas are available for purchase.
On days we open after 1pm (2pm, 3pm, 4pm), water activities will be closed. For the full schedule, please view our calendar.
Water activity session times vary throughout the day and may not all be available at the same time. All activities operate on a set schedule and are subject to weather impacts and daily availability, so specific times cannot be guaranteed. Session times and wait times may differ from day to day. Please check with the admissions team on the day of your visit to confirm the schedule for each water activity. Guests must report to their selected water activity 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Step into your own private retreat at Cabana Cove, a VIP escape along the Lagoon. Enjoy attentive service, premium rentals, a dedicated swim zone, and a bar with its own menu. With elevated cabanas and floating Aquabanas to choose from, it feels like your personal beachfront club.
*All guests must purchase a Day Ticket to enter Epperson Lagoon. Cabana Cove Rentals do not include admission and a Day Ticket for all guests must be purchased separately. A 22% service fee will be added to all food & beverage purchases. Guests over the age of 4 count towards capacity quantity.
Seasonal availability. Please check the online checkout for current pricing and availability.
Aquabana in Cabana Cove
The ultimate lagoon experience! Your own floating aquabana in Cabana Cove includes seating for 8 adults with access to Cabana Cove’s private bar and swim area. Let your worries float away as you relax in your own private island oasis.
- 8 guest maximum capacity
- Includes 1 aquabana and 2 reserved loungers
Cabana in Cabana Cove
Nothing says best day ever like you and the squad in your own private cabana. Cabana rentals include seating for 8 with access to Cabana Cove’s private bar and pool area.
- 8 guest maximum capacity
- Includes 1 cabana and 2 reserved loungers
Lagoonside Cabana in Cabana Cove
Enjoy an elevated Lagoon experience with your own private retreat in Cabana Cove. Perfect for your crew, a Lagoonside Cabana includes seating for 8 with access to our exclusive private bar and pool in Cabana Cove.
- 8 guest maximum capacity
- Includes 1 Lagoonside cabana and 2 reserved loungers
Loungers With Umbrella in Cabana Cove
Feel like a VIP when you purchase Loungers inside Cabana Cove. Guests who reserve Loungers will receive an umbrella and 2 reserved loungers with bar service, access to Cabana Cove’s private bar, private swim area and water stations.
- 2 guest maximum capacity
- Includes 2 loungers and one umbrella
the Day the Right Way
Our rentals make it easy to craft your perfect day by the water, whether you’re floating on an Aquabana or laying in the shade of a tiki. Unwind, celebrate, and enjoy the lagoon as you please. There’s an option that fits every mood.
Mini Tiki on the Beach
Drink in hand, toes in the sand. Relax with your own shaded beachfront tiki hut. With seating for 4, make it a girl’s day out, or grab the family for some screen free bonding.
- 4 guest maximum capacity
- Includes 1 beach tiki and 4 reserved loungers
Lounger with Umbrella on the Beach
With seating for 2, our beach loungers are perfect for a day on the beach under the shade.
- 2 guest maximum capacity
- Includes 2 reserved loungers and an umbrella
Daybed on the Beach
Kick back and relax. Our day beds are the perfect seat for two on the beach.
- 2 guest maximum capacity
- Includes 1 day bed
Tiki Cove on the Beach
Experience a tranquil oasis at Tiki Cove. This shaded space is great for families and friends to enjoy the lagoon. Tiki Cove is located at the back of the beach, making it the perfect location to escape from the shoreline and retreat for a day of relaxation.
- 6 guest maximum capacity
- Includes 1 tiki, 4 Adirondack chairs, 1 side table, and 2 reserved loungers
Island Mini Tiki
Get on island time with a shaded island tiki hut on Gasparilla Island. With seating for 4, you and your besties will have the perfect day on the island.
- 4 guest maximum capacity
- Includes 1 island mini tiki and 4 reserved loungers
Where Good Times Gather
Plan your next big occasion in a setting designed for unforgettable moments. At Brightwater Lagoon, sweeping views and vibrant energy create the perfect backdrop for birthdays, reunions, and group gatherings. Let MetroLagoons take care of the details so you can enjoy every second.
Cabana Cove
Chill Treats
The Market
Food Truck near Cabana Cove
The Sandbar
Food Truck near the Entrance
Dragonberry, a crisp red grape wine with natural raspberry and dragonfruit flavor. Light, fruity, and made for sunshine, this locally crafted canned wine is perfect for your Lagoon days.
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites (Cape Coral/North Fort Myers)
We’re proud to partner with Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Cape Coral/North Fort Myers, a modern and welcoming hotel conveniently located near Brightwater Lagoon!
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites (Ft Myers East)
After a full day of fun in the sun, unwind in comfort at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites. Located only 15 minutes from Brightwater Lagoon, this convenient and cozy hotel offers modern amenities and a great night’s rest for the whole family.
Click the link below to book now and enjoy 15% OFF standard room rates!
If you have additional questions regarding MetroLagoons, our rules, policies, or general information, please visit the link below for our full list of frequently asked questions.
WHAT IS THE INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY?
In the event of inclement weather our Blue Sky Guarantee will provide a rescheduled visit under specific conditions. Please visit MetroLagoons.com/BlueSky for more information.
The safety of all our guests is our top priority. Therefore, inclement weather may cause us to pause operations and/or temporarily close the Lagoon. We ask that all guests adhere to weather warnings and seek shelter. Tickets and activities are nontransferable, nonrefundable, and cannot be canceled or refunded.
Mandatory inclement weather safety guidelines:
Lightning Mileage Procedures
- 12 miles – paddleboards & kayaks must return to the dock.
- 8 miles – all guests clear out of the water including free swim areas, obstacle course, water slides, Island seating area, and Lagoon.
- 4 miles – all guests are advised to seek shelter.
Lagoon leadership and water safety staff will give approval for guests to re-enter the water and resume in-water activities after lightning strikes have cleared designated ranges and no new strikes are reported within a specified period of time. It is at the company’s discretion whether the Lagoon will remain closed or reopen after weather events.
WHAT CAN I BRING AND NOT BRING?
To ensure a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable experience for all guests, please review the following guidelines on permitted and prohibited items:
You MAY Bring:
- Towels (available for purchase onsite; no rentals provided)
- Sunscreen
- One pool noodle per person
- Children’s arm floaties and personal life jackets
- Small water toys (no toy guns or items that resemble weapons)
- Small personal speakers (must fit in a purse or small backpack and play family-friendly music at a respectful volume)
- Beach umbrellas up to 6’ in diameter, properly secured by the owner and lowered during inclement weather
- Small toddler inflatables (for children age 3 and under), such as infant floats or seated rings with sunshades
- Individual mesh seating-style floats (single-person, sit-in floats with mesh bottoms are accepted, no hard plastic parts, and cannot be designed to lay on or in)
You MAY NOT Bring:
- Chairs, loungers, or any other beach furniture
- Pop-up tents or shade structures
- Umbrellas larger than 6 feet
- Large Bluetooth speakers
- Rafts, tubes, oversized or multi-person floaties
- Coolers, outside food, beverages, or alcohol
- (Exception: one sealed water bottle per guest or an empty reusable water bottle; sealed baby food also permitted)
MetroLagoons reserves the right to deny entry or prohibit any items at their sole discretion to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all guests. If you have any questions or need clarification, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
ARE LIFEGUARDS ON DUTY?
The Lagoon is a swim-at-your-own-risk facility. Please be advised that there are no lifeguards on duty in free swimming areas. Parents and supervising companions must always monitor children throughout their time at the Lagoon. Failure to monitor children in your party may result in removal from the Lagoon without restitution.
American Red Cross Certified Lifeguards are present at Water Activity areas to provide instruction on how to experience each activity.
A limited supply of complimentary life jackets is available in designated areas on a first come, first served basis. Availability is not guaranteed but personal life jackets are permitted. Certain Water Activities require the use of a life jacket which will be issued for the length of the activity.
CAN I BRING COOLERS, FOOD, AND BEVERAGES?
No outside food, beverages or coolers are allowed at the Lagoon. A personal, sealed bottled water or empty reusable water bottle is permitted and can be filled at complimentary water stations onsite. Approved bottles must be empty or sealed upon entry.
Infant formula and sealed baby food is also permitted. Glass containers are not permitted.