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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

Restrooms

Beach Cam

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

Good to know

ADA Accessible

Good Shelling

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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