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Sanibel/Captiva islands
beaches guide
 Sanibel is one of the unique barrier islands of the world, having an
east-west orientation when most islands are north south. Hence, the island
is gifted with great sandy beaches and an abundance of
shells.
There are a few rules that
keep our beaches pristine. Pets on Sanibel must be leashed, and should be
cleaned up after. Captiva beaches do not allow pets. Alcoholic beverages
are prohibited November through May. No open fires and no collecting of live
shells.
Basic restrooms are located
at all public beach accesses. Some have picnic tables, all have handicap
parking. Mobile food stands sell snacks at a couple of the beaches, but you
won't find much commercialism. Some public beaches charge for parking.
Causeway Beaches
Great for swimming, fishing, windsurfing and picnicking. Pull your vehicle
right to water's edge. There is no fee when you park on the causeway
beach. Located along both sides of the road. Restrooms are available.
Lighthouse Beach & Fishing Pier
This is the site of our historic functioning lighthouse. Located on the
eastern tip of Sanibel, wrapping around to the bay side. This is where the
t-dock-fishing pier is and a boardwalk nature trail winding through native
wetlands. Turn left on Periwinkle Way from Causeway Road.
Gulfside City Park
Picnic tables and shady pines, located mid-island on Algiers Lane off Casa
Ybel Road.
Tarpon Bay Beach
Easy parking for recreational vehicles, and a short hike from the parking
lot to the beach. Located at the south end of Tarpon Bay Road at West Gulf
Drive, mid-island.
Bowman's Beach
Park and walk over a bridge to secluded white
beach. There is an outdoor shower at this beach. This is the only beach with
barbecue grills. Located off Sanibel-Captiva Road, turn left on Bowman's
Beach Road, up-island
CAPTIVA
Turner Beach (Blind Pass)
Located on both the Sanibel and Captiva side of
the Blind Pass Bridge, this beach is popular with shellers and
fishermen. Signs warn against swimming because of the swift
currents. Located on Sanibel-Captiva Road at Blind Pass Bridge.
Captiva Beach
A great place to watch the sunset. There are no restroom facilities here and
parking is very limited. Located at the end of Captiva Drive. |
