Boca Grande Attractions & Parks
Gasparilla Island State Park
Take a break from fun in the sun along the beautiful sandy beaches of the Gulf Coast at the State Park to visit the Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum and enjoy the history of the Island and perhaps purchase a meaningful souvenir. Stand on the outside deck and look out over the Pass where the "silver king" Tarpon annually claim the attention of fisherman near and far.
Boca Grande FL 33921
(941) 964-0375
(941) 964-1154 (Fax)
Caya Costa State Park
Accessible only by boat, Caya Costa is separated from Gasparilla Island by Boca Grande Pass , which is known as the "Tarpon Capital of the World." Tropic Star of Pine Island provides ferry service to the island (tropicstarcruises.com / 239-283-0015).
Boca Grande FL 33921
(941) 964-0375
(941) 964-1154 (Fax)
Gasparilla Maritime Museum
On the National Register of Historic Places, Whidden's Marina houses the Maritime Museum
Whidden's Marina
Boca Grande FL 33921
(941) 964-4466
Stump Pass Beach State Park
The beach at Stump Pass is rich with seashells, sharks teeth and great view of the Gulf of Mexico . A hiking trail runs the length of the park.
Boca Grande FL 33921
(941) 964-0375
(941) 964-1154 (Fax)
Don Pedro State Park
An exciting day at the beach can be planned at Don Pedro State Park , accessible only by boat. It offers 12 dock slips for public use, picnic tables, grills, and a large picnic shelter and boardwalks to the beach as well as restroom facilities.
Boca Grande FL 33921
(941) 964-0375
(941) 964-1154 (Fax)
Cabbage Key
At channel marker 60 on the intracoastal waterway, accessible only by boat, lies Cabbage Key, a tiny island built atop an ancient Calusa Indian mound. 100 acres of tropical vegetation, panoramic views of Pine Island Sound, and winding nature trails with no cars or paved roads.
Pineland Fl 33945
(239) 283-2278
(239) 283-1384 (Fax)