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Sanibel Island
Shells and a lighthouse
About Sanibel Island
Sanibel Island is reached by a toll causeway from Fort Myers. Its Gulf beaches are among the best in Florida for shells, and the J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge protects mangroves and birds. Check which facilities have reopened since Hurricane Ian.
Why it's on our list
- Shelling
- Lighthouse
- Wildlife refuge
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Sanibel Island before you go.