Lehigh Acres is situated on one of the most elevated areas of land in Lee County, between 27 and 30 feet above sea level. In this community, residents can enjoy freshwater fishing year-round, world-class golf courses, tennis, bicycling, nature trails, and numerous other activities at various clubs and organizations. As one of the fastest growing cities in the state of Florida, Lehigh Acres has nearly doubled in new home construction within the last 24 months. It is located only 15 minutes east of Cape Coral, 12 miles (19 kilometers) east of Fort Myers, and is equidistant to 3 major cities: Miami, Orlando and Tampa. Lehigh Acres offers beautiful lakes and is approximately 35 minutes away from a few of Florida's most breathtaking beaches, including Bonita Beach, Fort Myers Beach, and the Islands of Sanibel and Captiva.