Lee County, Administrative division in Southwest Florida, United States.
Lee County spans roughly 1,000 square miles along the Gulf Coast, containing developed cities like Fort Myers and Cape Coral alongside protected natural areas. The county features a mix of urban centers and coastal landscapes with extensive green spaces and mangrove ecosystems.
The area was established in 1887 from Monroe County territory, after Fort Myers was built as a military post during the Seminole Wars in 1850. Completion of the Tamiami Trail Bridge in 1924 accelerated the transformation from agricultural land to residential communities.
The region hosts spring training facilities for two Major League Baseball teams, drawing sports fans to watch games each year.
The county provides emergency alerts through the AlertLee system to keep residents and visitors informed during hurricane season and other incidents. Regular community notifications help people prepare for weather events common to this coastal area.
The Edison and Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers preserve the winter homes of famous inventors and display their personal gardens. These sites reveal how wealthy residents in the early 1900s lived during the cold months away from the North.
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