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Charlotte Harbor Environmental Center, Inc. (CHEC)
10941 Burnt Store Rd.
Punta Gorda, FL 33955
941-575-5435
DESCRIPTION:
A free nature park with visitor center, education tours, programs and recreation - that accesses 3,000 acres of public preserve land, with approximately four miles of hiking trails. Screened pavilion for picnics, bird blind (Wildlife Observation) area, Animal Clubhouse with bird and animal displays and butterfly garden provide enjoyment for visitors. Guided tours with volunteer trail interpreters are available from November through April, Monday through Friday at 10 a.m. Welcome to the wildside!
TOP FEATURES:
- Meeting/Tour groups welcome
- Guided Tours
- Self-guided tours
PROPERTY FEATURES:
- Activities:
- Birding, Children's Programs, Natural Wildlife Viewing
- Category:
- Hiking/Nature Trails, Nature Interpretive Center, Nature Preserve, Nature Tours, Protected Species Habitat
- Facility Amenities:
- Gift Shop, Meeting Facilities, Parking, Picnic Shelter, Restrooms
- General Information:
- Driving time to nearby lodging : 10 min
- Guest Information:
- Meeting/Tour groups welcome
- Information/Services Provided:
- Brochures, Maps Available, Printed guides available
- Pet Information:
- Pets on Leash Allowed
- Suitable for Ages:
- All Ages
- Time To Experience Activity:
- 1 - 2 hours
- Tour Information:
- Guided Tours, Self-guided tours, Tour Duration : 1 hour










Charlotte Harbor Visitor & Convention Bureau