Bonita Bay Marina and Backwater Jacks

Waterway to the gulf

Incomparably located on the shores of the Imperial River, the Bonita Bay Marina indulges your aquatic aspirations. This semi-private full-service marina includes:

• Direct access to Estero Bay and the Gulf of Mexico
• 326 dry storage for boats up to 36 feet
• 98 wet slips for vessels up to 16,000 pounds
• Ships Store with marina supplies, apparel, maps, and more
• Boat launch, bait, and fuel
• On-site boat repair services

boating needs and beyond

Life here extends to the sea, delivering options as vast as the expansive gulf waters allow; Bonita Bay Marina and Backwater Jacks are proud partners with Sweetwater Lifestyles Boat Club; an elite boating membership club hosting large tour boats, fishing charters, and famed dolphin sunset cruises.

Another fan-favorite and widely considered the best charter service in the area, Captain Ed’s has been a Bonita Bay tradition since 1992 - offering sunset cruises, dolphin tours, fishing charters and much more. Captain Ed’s is the ideal way to hit the water! And all from your local, in-community marina.

Let backwater jacks serve you

Conclude the perfect boating day by appreciating a sunset over craft cocktails and delicious daily specials at Backwater Jacks Bar and Restaurant owned and managed by fellow residents and neighbors. All this luxurious pleasure extends to you without leaving the gates of the community.

Backwater Jacks' own Chef Cory carefully selects each and every one of his food purchases, "Fresh doesn't just mean local, it means the BEST local we can buy." All of the fish served at Backwater Jacks is sustainably harvested by local fishermen; the produce, poultry and eggs come from local farms whenever possible, and all meats are fed naturally and free of growth hormones. Even the bread that is served table-side is baked locally in Fort Myers!