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Cotton Strip

La Belle, United States
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Small private airstrip serving La Belle, Florida.

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La Belle, United States
Cotton Strip (ICAO: 17FA) is a small, privately owned general aviation airstrip located in La Belle, Hendry County, Florida, United States. It serves light aircraft operations typical of rural Florida's agricultural and private aviation community. The facility is not served by commercial airlines and has no scheduled passenger service. It functions primarily as a private landing area, consistent with many small strips found throughout Florida's interior agricultural regions. La Belle is situated in south-central Florida near the Caloosahatchee River, and small airstrips in the area often support agricultural operations, crop dusting, and private recreational flying.
Notable facts
  • ›Cotton Strip is a privately owned general aviation airstrip with ICAO identifier 17FA.
  • ›Located in Hendry County, Florida, near the rural community of La Belle.
  • ›No commercial airline service or scheduled passenger operations are conducted at this facility.
  • ›The airstrip is typical of small private strips supporting agricultural and recreational aviation in rural Florida.
  • ›La Belle is situated along the Caloosahatchee River in south-central Florida.
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City & Place Guide

Small-Town Florida Charm Where the Caloosahatchee River Flows

La Belle is a quiet, historic small city nestled along the Caloosahatchee River in Hendry County, in south-central Florida. Known for its agricultural roots, friendly locals, and laid-back pace, it offers a genuine slice of rural Florida life far from the crowds of the coast.

The city is perhaps most famous for its annual Swamp Cabbage Festival, a beloved community celebration honoring the sabal palm, Florida's state tree. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy fishing, kayaking, and birdwatching along the river, while history lovers can explore the town's early-twentieth-century heritage. La Belle serves as a peaceful base for exploring the broader Lake Okeechobee region.

  • •Caloosahatchee River — scenic fishing, kayaking, and wildlife spotting along a storied Florida waterway.
  • •Swamp Cabbage Festival Grounds — site of the iconic annual festival celebrating local culture and heritage.
  • •Barron Park — a riverside green space ideal for picnics, relaxing, and watching river traffic.
  • •Hendry County Courthouse — a historic 1926 building anchoring the charming downtown district.
  • •La Belle Heritage Museum — small local museum preserving the city's pioneer and agricultural history.
  • •Ortona Lock and Dam — a nearby U.S. Army Corps of Engineers site offering river views and fishing access.

Getting around: La Belle has no public rail or bus transit system, so a personal vehicle or rental car is essentially required to get around. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have limited availability in this rural area, and taxis are scarce, so visitors should plan transportation in advance.

Best time: Winter and early spring, from November through March, offer the most comfortable weather with mild temperatures and low humidity, making it the ideal time to visit.

Local food: Try swamp cabbage (hearts of palm) prepared in the traditional Florida Cracker style, along with fresh-caught catfish and classic Southern barbecue found at local diners and festival vendors.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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