Cayo Costa State Park

Marine protected area · Lee County

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"To reach this state park off the north end of Captiva Island, you’ll need to travel by private boat or Captiva Cruises ferry. Once there, though, you’ll find 2,400 spectacular acres, including nine miles of pristine beach perfect for shelling and swimming. Keep your eye out for manatees and dolphins, which are often spotted in the surrounding waters. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can even pitch a tent or rent a primitive cabin and spend the night in the real Florida."

The Best Beaches in Fort Myers and Sanibel
Photo courtesy of Florida State Parks

Captiva, FL 33924 Get directions

floridastateparks.org

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