Gasparilla Island is one of a chain of barrier islands extending along the Gulf coast of Florida and is separated from the mainland by Charlotte Harbor and Pine Island Sound. Named for the legendary pirate Jose Gaspar who reportedly used the island in the 1700s as a hiding place between raids, fishing and sailing have always been part of the site's history. One of the island's most interesting features is the still-working US Coast Guard wooden lighthouse on the southern end, first used in 1890. Swimming, shelling, fishing, and picnicking are popular activities on the island; two picnic areas with covered tables offer scenic views of the ocean. Access to the island is via the Boca Grande Causeway at CR775 and Placida.
Location:
PO Box 1150, Boca Grande Florida 33921
Telephone
941-964-0375
Other Florida State Parks nearby:
(Boca Grande) Cayo Costa State Park
(Boca Grande) Don Pedro Island State Recreation Area
(Boca Grande) Gasparilla Island State Recreation Area
(Estero) Koreshan State Historic Site
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01/10 Coming to The Boca Grande area
Peace River Celtic Festival Punta Gorda FL April10 Our Festival is perpetually dedicated to the memory of David Parker, member of Elks Lodge 2606 and the founder of the Peace River Celtic Festival. David loved Celtic music, laughter, good friendship and good times! If you cherish these things as well, you'll want to be part of this special event!
Bike Night in Cape Coral Cape Coral FL April13 The City of Cape Coral Parks and Recreation is proud to bring you Cape Bike Night! Motorcycle enthusiasts can get together and listen to live bands, eat great food, and just have fun at this great event!
Vero Beach Hibiscus Festival Vero Beach FL April13 The Hibiscus Festival is a yearly celebration for the City of Vero Beach, to increase awareness of the historic downtown sector, raise funds for Main Street Vero Beach that work towards the preservation and growth of the area and encourages community participation from residents, organizations and businesses.
Sarasota Film Festival Sarasota FL April5-14 Held annually in Sarasota, FL., The Sarasota Film Festival emphasizes the best in cinema alongside exciting programs and events, with more than 180 films screened each year including features, documentaries, shorts, and kid-friendly picks.
BBnT Venice Shark's Tooth Festival Venice FL April12-14 The City of Venice, FL in Sarasota County has been named the "Shark's Tooth Capital of the World" because of the millions of shark teeth that wash up on their sandy white beaches. The Sharks Tooth Festival takes place each Spring against the back drop of Venice’s best shark tooth hunting beach, where fossil collectors from around the Southeast display and sell sharks teeth and other prehistoric fossils.
Tampa Bay Blues Festival Saint Petersburg FL April12-14 Each year since 1995, some of the biggest names in blues music have taken the stage at the Tampa Bay Blues Festival in St. Petersburg, Florida. Blues enthusiasts from all over the world come to scenic Vinoy Park to watch this spectacular showcase of American Blues music, performed right on the waterfront.
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