Gasparilla Island State Park
On the southern end of a barrier island, below Boca Grande, the highlight of this state park is the historic Port Boca Grande Lighthouse. Originally built in 1890, this beautifully preserved lighthouse is also a museum. The Gulf beach is accessible from five parking areas and is popular for shelling and swimming, as well as spotting dolphins and manatees along with beach-nesting birds.
Good to know
ADA Accessible
Good Shelling
Paid Parking
Restrooms
Beach Cam
Gallery
Amenities
Parking
$3/vehicle for the day
Annual Parking Sticker Accepted
No
Restrooms
Yes
Portable toilet
No
Picnic areas
Yes
Sheltered pavilion
Lighthouse Museum
Fishing
Yes
Paddlecraft launch/landing
No
Showers
Yes
Charcoal grills
Yes
Sand volleyball court
No
Hiking trails
Yes
Playground
No
Pet Friendly
No
Pier/Dock
No
Food/Concessions
No
ADA-accessible amenities
Designated disability parking; ADA-accessible restrooms, picnic tables; Beach wheelchairs available for free at administrative office
Lifeguard on duty
No
Hours of Operation
Monday
8 a.m. to sundown
Tuesday
8 a.m. to sundown
Wednesday
8 a.m. to sundown
Thursday
8 a.m. to sundown
Friday
8 a.m. to sundown
Saturday
8 a.m. to sundown
Sunday
8 a.m. to sundown
26.7283715, -82.2611628
Good to know
ADA Accessible
Good Shelling
Paid Parking
Restrooms
Beach Cam
Hours of Operation
Monday
8 a.m. to sundown
Tuesday
8 a.m. to sundown
Wednesday
8 a.m. to sundown
Thursday
8 a.m. to sundown
Friday
8 a.m. to sundown
Saturday
8 a.m. to sundown
Sunday
8 a.m. to sundown
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Contact
2201 Second Street
Suite 600
Fort Myers, Florida 33901
Suite 600
Fort Myers, Florida 33901
