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Lighthouse Beach Park

Type: Beaches

10Best Says

It was hard to see the Sanibel Lighthouse through the summer of 2013 as it underwent a rehabilitation project. This is the most photographed site on Sanibel Island. While visitors are unable to go inside the 120 year old structure, they can read about its history and sun on it's beaches. The shelling is good here as the current can sometimes be swift, washing up all kinds of treasures. Explore the wetlands around the lighthouse using the designated nature trails and boardwalks. There are a number of shady parking spaces, a small pier for fishing and for your comfort, indoor restroom facilities

Address:

Periwinkle Way
Sanibel, FL

EXPERT TIPS BY: Gina Birch
Fort Myers Local Expert

Beaches: "Bring a bucket of bait and try your luck fishing off of the pier. No luck? Use the bucket for shells."

Best for Beaches Because: Situated at the eastern tip of Sanibel, the beach is wide and almost always breezy. The often times swift currents wash up lots of shells.