This path, and an accompanying jogging/walking path, is part of Florida's Rails-to-Trails project. It provides passage along the entire length of the island for bikers, joggers and golf carts. Many visitors come to the island just to meander down the path...
Boca Grande Happenings Community Calendar
featuring island events held by the non-profit organizations of Boca Grande
At the southern tip of the island you can visit the oldest building on Gasparilla Island. It was constructed in 1890 and is one of just six lighthouses in Florida that is open to the public. Be sure to visit the museum and gift shop inside the lighthouse. Check out their website for current hours of operation.
barrierislandparkssociety.org (941) 964-0060
Enjoy soft, white sandy beaches and take a dip in the Gulf of Mexico. There are 3 main public beaches that are part of Gasparilla Island State Park. There are also marked public beach accesses between First and 19th Street. Keep in mind that you will be required to pay a small fee to park at the State Parks.
Local Info
Welcome to our quaint little island...
Boca Grande Marina, is within walking distance to the Historic Boca Grande downtown area where you’ll discover quaint Shops, Galleries, Boutiques, Restaurants and Lodging.
Arrive by boat and rent a Golf Cart to see the island in style.
Boca Grande is synonymous with fishing! Hire a professional captain to spend the day backwater fishing around the Charlotte Harbor, drifting Boca Grande Pass, or offshore in the Gulf of Mexico.
Boca Grande Community Center
Bike/Golf Cart Path
If you came to Boca Grande to fish - you've come to the right place to find an experienced charter Captain.
The Inn was built in 1913 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It has hosted many well-known guests including Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, the George H.W. Bush family and many others. You will see their 18-hole golf course on your starboard side if you are coming into the Marina from the water.
gasparillainn.com (941) 964-4500
Boca Grande, Fl
(941) 964-2100
Historic Rear Range Light
Points of Interest & Local Island Attractions
Visit Fast Lane Fishing Charters to find out more information, or call Captain Marty to book a fishing charter now. (941) 270-2179
A trip down Banyan Street is a must-do! Don't forget to bring your camera and take time to stroll through the shade and marvel at the beautiful banyan trees that line this street.
Latitude: N 26º 44.832
Longitude: W 82º 15.378
Visiting Boca Grande
The Port Boca Grande Lighthouse
The Gasparilla Inn & Club
Island Beaches
Banyan Street
Boca Grande Marina
Our resident fishing guide running Fast Lane Fishing Charters is Captain Marty Scott. Marty has been fishing the Charlotte Harbor and Boca Grande area for over 30 years! Fast Lane Fishing Charters is a fleet of 24' Avengers and a team of dedicated, experienced Captains that Captain Marty will set you up with. No matter what species you want to target - Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, Shark, Grouper or Snapper - you'll leave Boca Grande with a memorable fishing trip to brag about.
Dock Office (941) 964-2100 Marina Store (941) 964-2550 Eagle Grille/Miller's Dockside (941) 964-8000
Fishing Charters
The 105-foot range light, owned by the United States Coast Guard, has been lighting up our shoreline since 1927. You will see the range light at the first public beach as you head south on Gulf Boulevard.
floridastateparks.org (850) 245-2157
Home of Lee County Parks and Recreation, The Island School, Gasparilla Island Conservation and Improvement Association (GICIA), Royal Palm Players, and Friends of Boca Grande... where Boca Grande comes together! Contact individual entities, or reach out to Joe Weir @ Lee County (941) 964-2564.