I saw about half of the main sections of this beach. Watched the St. Patrick's Day parade there and…read moreit was nice to see locals out having a good time. The Margaritaville seems to be a big hit there. Would not mind coming back for a visit.

Not sure why there are three Yelp pages for the Fort Myers Beach. Thankfully, the beach has been…read moremostly restored since Hurricane Ian but still more to go. Love the little boutiques and eateries here. Today we crossed over the Matanzas Bridge into the Fort Myers Beach area which was very busy. Fortunately, we found a place to park directly under the bridge for $5.00 per hour. Only a five minute walk from the sandy beach, there were plenty of eateries to choose from for lunch and decided to eat at Snug Harbor Marina. Literally had a dang good grouper sandwich and a cold beer on a wooden dock overlooking the intercoastal waterways.

Right now the snack, gift, and rental center is closed while they try and find another suitable…read moreplace in the park. The recovery center has limited hours and closed on Sunday. Great place to launch a kayak, even an accessible ramp. Call, quiet, beach is beautiful. Lots of parking.

Serene. Calm. Beautiful. Friendly rangers. Easy parking on an April Saturday. Clear water. Clean…read morebeaches. Amazing.

The beach is always bustling and finding parking can be quite challenging and expensive. Despite…read morethe crowded atmosphere, there are plenty of fantastic dining options available. If you enjoy lively environments, then this spot is ideal for you! The sunset views are truly stunning. It's definitely worth a visit, just make sure to budget for the expenses.

Adjacent to the larger Lynn Hall beach, this smaller park is a little less busy. There is no…read morededicated parking, only two handicapped spaces. There are also no permanent structures. When I stopped by, only a portable trailer with restrooms. More of a beach park than the other with a few trees and picnic tables. [Review 13359 overall, 677 of 2020.]

The restroom facilities inside the building and the outdoor rinse shower services have remained…read moreinaccessible since Hurricane Ian. However, the parking area is available and provides convenient access for launching kayaks or stand-up paddleboards on the back bay side. It's also a short walk to reach the Gulf side for swimming or paddling. This location is perfect for fishing, watching boats sail by, and enjoying breathtaking sunsets.

Not nearly enough parking here and that's really my only complaint. Maybe two dozen paid spaces and…read morethey don't turn over very often. If you're coming, take the LeeTran park and ride so that you don't have to deal with that. However, once you do get parked (and pay for your parking), this is an amazing spot at the northern tip of Estero Island. Much of the park remains a nature preserve but there are vending machines, bathroom structures, the bus stop of course and a beautiful flat sand beach with a view of Sanibel in the distance or the Gulf of Mexico. There are benches in some spots where you can sit and watch the nautical traffic go by. It's very peaceful. And don't forget to wear sunscreen! [Review 13357 overall, 675 of 2020.]

So happy to revisit the Sanibel Island Beach Lighthouse and see the Lighthouse…read more Some of the surrounding areas around the base of the Lighthouse are still restricted due to hurricane Ian damage. The beach is well maintained and there is public parking available.

You can't tour or climb the lighthouse, but it makes its dramatic presence known. It's been here…read moresince the late 1880s. It was one of the first on the gulf coast. When we parked nearby, the area surrounding the lighthouse was blocked off for construction. You could not get very close to the structure. We did get to walk a bit on the sandy beach that carries its name. It was quite busy on the weekend. The beach is maintained by the city and as mentioned is very popular. There's a lot with paid parking spaces. There are rest rooms and drinking fountains but not much more. The pier is closed since Hurricane Ian. So plan on sunning, swimming, and shelling if you come here.

My friends from Ohio were visiting last week and wanted to visit a beach. We picked Fort Myers…read moreBeach. First, get there early. There is free parking right at the beach, but it goes quickly. There is a pay lot easily within walking distance. The beach is huge. Nice white sand. There are bars with music, food trucks and snack vendors all right at the beach. There are public bathrooms right by the free parking. There are places that rent chairs and umbrellas. But we brought our own. It's a great family beach. Perfect for walking or just playing in the sand or water. Some shells on the beach, if you are looking for a souvenir. If you stay later than 2pm you will experience some crazy traffic getting to the bridge. But a great place to hang out!

Very nice, wide beach and not overly crowded. The water was a perfect temperature. The amount of…read moreseaweed was pretty typical and the water was mostly clear.

Fort Myers Beach area is a cool beach vibe. This area was the first FL beach that I went to with my…read morehubby when we first started dating. So there's sweet and fluffy reminiscing for that reason. Our first trip over 10 years ago, and we stayed at the Gullwing Resort. It is on the other of the beach, the quieter side, and it was a sweet looking condo. Fast forward over 10 years later, and it looks like Ft. Myers hasn't changed much. It is like they haven't done many updates, and I feel like we are on a beach set back in time. For example, the pier area and stores looks like back in the day. The parking and the surrounding buildings are unoccupied and abandoned. Kinda sad because parts of this beach are beautiful. I hope in time they do some updates to this area. I do love that there are actually beach bars right on the beach and that it is so laid back.

I only drove through. In bumper to bumper traffic. Where little old ladies drunk from happy hour…read morewere walking. Faster than I was driving. Barely saw. Anywhere to park. It seems like a fun little area. Lots of cutesy kitschy shell shops, ice cream stands, outside beer gardens. You could not see any water at all while on the only road that traverses the island.

Great place to watch sunsets. I would not swim there, but if you don't mind sitting in the chair on…read morethe beach and reading a book or watching the sun go down, this place is definitely for you.

We loved Bunche Beach. Close proximity to North Fort Myers. Not a lot of parking, but the parking…read moreis super close to beach. My husband can't walk far. So this was great. Not a huge beach, but calmer and more natural than a lot of beaches. Beautiful and peaceful. Also nice array of shells.

Our family of 5 had an absolutely wonderful experience with Captain Jessica and the Island Time…read moreDolphin & Shelling Cruise! Our four-hour trip was the perfect mix of relaxation, wildlife, and adventure. Captain Jessica and her crew went above and beyond, providing iced drinks, snacks, and buckets for collecting shells. They took us to Old Hickory Island, where we found some amazing shells, a Pygmy octopus, conch, and a sand dollar. Throughout the trip, Captain Jessica shared her knowledge about the local ecosystem, answering all of our questions about the dolphins, manatees, mangroves, and the area. One of the highlights was when she spotted a pod of dolphins. She carefully brought the boat alongside them, and we got to watch them swim and jump in our boat's wake--it was unforgettable! Communication was outstanding from start to finish. We had to reschedule twice due to weather. Captain Jessica made the process incredibly easy and stress-free. She is friendly, welcoming, and shared lots of great local recommendations for places to visit and things to do. If you're looking to support a fantastic local business while having an unforgettable day on the water, I can't recommend Captain Jessica and Island Time Dolphin & Shelling Cruise enough. It was truly one of the highlights of our trip!

Captain Jessica is a wealth of knowledge about local wildlife and history and knows how, when and…read morewhere to find the Dolfins. It was a great thrill to see them playing and leaping in our wake and was definitely the highlight of our vacation! Don't miss It!

Nice, peaceful island. No food or beverages sold, so bring your own. Restrooms were nice and clean…read moreand there is WiFi in the building. Beach chairs and umbrellas provided.

Big Hickory Island is a slice of paradise, a nice quiet beach in Bonita Springs area. Since it is…read moreprivate, you can get to it by ferry only if you stay at Hyatt or a couple of neighborhoods in the area to get the pass or by boat. You park, get into a shuttle that takes you to a small marina and then get onto the ferry. There are schedules to follow, last one at 4:30 pm coming back. That's a bit of a bummer of you want to catch the sunset, but for some days they stay longer especially of they have events on the island at the Beach House (cookouts, concerts, etc) which could be fun to attend. Once you are on the island, the relaxation starts, just a quick walk and you're on the beach. There are chairs and umbrellas set up and you can lay in the shade/sun with a book and enjoy the views. The water doesn't go deep, since it's the Gulf of Mexico so you can swim easily. There are beautiful shells to pick up, the best, cute birds around, pelicans and sometimes dolphins. There are restrooms at the club house, and a snack bar if you forgot your drinks, snacks, etc. Prices are reasonable. Wear flip flops since there are more shells around you can step on. The beach is never crowded, it is more natural, relaxing with the white sands and the turqoise water. I enjoyed my walks, my swims and sunbathing here, the perfect vacation spot. I am getting the blues just thinking about it. A slice of paradise in Florida!