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Photo courtesy of Lee County Visitor and Convention Bureau
Cayo Costa State Park
Type: Beaches, Parks
10Best Says
Cayo Costa is a barrier island with nine miles of beautiful beach, mangrove swamps and acres of shady pine trees. A fabulous spot for shelling, also keep your eyes open for wildlife including... Read More
Cayo Costa is a barrier island with nine miles of beautiful beach, mangrove swamps and acres of shady pine trees. A fabulous spot for shelling, also keep your eyes open for wildlife including dolphins, manatees and an array of birds. Fishing is permitted and there are trails for off-road bicycling. The island is only accessible by boat, if you don't have one you can hop on a ferry at Tropic Star of Pine Island in Bokeelia or aboard Captiva Cruises at Jensen's Marina. Many people don't want to make the effort it takes to get here, that means low crowds and at times you can feel as if you have the entire island to yourself.
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Hours:
- Year round 8am-sunset
Admissions:
- Park Entry Fee / Person $1
Tent Camping / Night $18
Cabin Rental / Night $30 - $95
Ferry Access $25 - $30
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Gina Birch
Fort Myers Local Expert
- Beaches: "Pack a tent or rent a rustic cabin and wake up to the soothing sound of the surf"
- Romantic Things to Do: "It can get buggy in the summer months so pack protection."
- Best for Beaches Because: This beautiful state park is a rustic island paradise, accessible only by boat.
- Best for Romantic Things to Do Because: Cayo Costa is a spectacular, unspoiled island with nearly deserted beaches, clear water, shady pines and rustic camp sites.
