Here is a list of the wonderful beaches the islands of Sanibel and Captiva have to offer. You won't find a lot of development here, often just the bare minimum. You will find peace and tranquility in the natural beauty that abounds, unspoiled by man, and protected by city ordinance. Relax, and unwind, take in a sunset, pick up some of the beautiful shells which are all around.

Causeway Beaches. Terrific for swimming, fishing and windsurfing. Also handy for picnicking. Pull your vehicle right to the water's edge, free of charge. Located along both sides of Causeway Road. (Access may be limited during the new causeway construction)

Lighthouse Beach.  Site of a functioning historic lighthouse, it lies at the eastern tip of Sanibel, wrapping around Gulf to bay. A T-dock on the bay accommodates fisher folk; a boardwalk nature trail offers glimpses of beach and wetland habitat. Located at the east end of Periwinkle Way.

Gulfside City Park.  Picnic tables and a loop interpretive nature trail. Parking fee applies to all vehicles, including those with resident stickers. Located on Algiers Lane off Casa Ybel Rd.

Tarpon Bay Beach.  Popular and easily accessible. RV parking. The parking lot is a short bike ride to the beach; travel lightly or drop off gear and passengers at the entrance before parking. Located at the south end of Tarpon Bay Rd at West Gulf Drive; parking on Tarpon Bay Rd.

Bowman's Beach.  County-owned and known for it's wildlife and seclusion. Many consider it the island's best shelling spot. To reach it, hike through a lightly wooded area and over an estuary bridge. Located off Sanibel-Captiva Rd on Bowman's Beach Rd.

Resident Accesses.  Signs along the Gulf Drives on Sanibel mark small parking lots  and beach accesses reserved for residents with permit stickers.

Turner Beach.  Straddles the pass between Sanibel and Captiva islands; popular with shellers and fishermen. When the pass is open, swift tides discourage swimmers. Currently, the pass is closed. Perfect for watching sunsets. Located off Sanibel-Captiva Rd at Blind Pass.

Captiva Beach.  Popular for sunset-gazing. No facilities but water sports rentals are located near the Mucky Duck restaurant. The parking lot is located at the end of Captiva Drive.

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