Loved this place! We have been searching for a location like this! The Causeway Islands Park in Sanibel Florida are stunning. It is composed of different "islands" with various entrances. Each location has a different parking set up. We visited the Causeway Islands Park - Island A (first island to the right after the toll). We were able to park our truck right on the beach, grab our beach chairs and lounge in the water :) Waters were clear, with plenty of shells :) We drove around to scout the area. Other entrances offer parking away from the water but it is merely a couple of steps away. Still making it comfortable to be close to your personal belongings as needed. This is a dog friendly beach, but like many other locations, must be kept on the beach. Please adhere to the rules. read more

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This was our beach choice on this trip to Sanibel Island. It was the first time we had been back since Hurricane Ian. Feel like this park's trees were swept up. It's completely empty of trees. But now there's lots of space for cars to bring their families to hang by this beach. You still pay for the toll to get on the island $6, but the hourly rate that's on the Sanibel & Captiva beaches don't apply to this beach. Which is why we went. We also really liked our car close by. I was super happy I brought my beach shoes. It's been a while I used them. There are lots of huge shells in the water so it's hard to walk without them. The water was nice and it's a convenient spot to refresh in the water. People also bring their jet skis and boats here. I do love the Sanibel beaches but I don't want to pay for the hourly rate. So this was good for us. They only have portapotties here no bathrooms like the other beaches read more

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As you take the Sanibel Causeway Bridge (cost $6) ​to Sanibel Island there are two islands A and B where you can stop and swim. The 10 acre islands are made from roadside spoils built when creating the causeway that links the mainland to Sanibel Island. When the bridge was built the islands allowed for shorter bridge spans. When you visit the parks you can have both and gulf access. When coming from the mainland you first come to island A which has parking. Island B has restrooms, water fountains, and picnic tables on the gulf side. Some of the activities you can enjoy in the park include fishing, swimming, picnicking, canoeing/kayaking, wind surfing, kite boarding, shell collecting, and sun bathing. You can bring your own grill for cooking out. Leashed dogs are allowed as long as you pick up after them. While it does cost the toll fee to get to the parks once you are here parking is free. The governor has ordered all of the beaches closed so they were taped off and empty except for some birds flouting the rules. A lot of people use the beaches here as an alternative to the ones on Sanibel Island during times when they are crowded and it is impossible to get a parking spot. You also have to pay to park on Sanibel Island. It was so hard to drive past the empty inviting empty stretch of beach without stopping. Hopefully we all soon be back to enjoying all the things that make Florida so special. read more

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COMPLETELY DIFFERENT EXPERIENCE Change can be good but it can also be hard to accept. While I understand why some of these changes have happened here, I don't like them. They brought in bulldozers and other large equipment and changed the ambiance and layout of this area. One of the best features of this beach park was that it was uncrowded and you could pull right up to the water, park the car and pull chairs out of your trunk and sit there. There were several trees by the water that provided shade. All of that made it very easy to bring my mother to the water and make her comfortable without her having to walk very far. Now the parking is along the causeway and while you do not have to park a long way away, the walk to the water is further away. They added sand to the edge of the water, which I would imagine increases ambiance for some visitors. However, all of the trees near the water have been removed and there is no shade to be found. When we visited, the parking area was packed and the number of people there reminded me of other crowded beaches in this area. As of now, construction is still underway adding further congestion and difficulties with ingress and egress (where before it was a breeze). I'm disappointed. While this is still a good place for fishing, I'm not sure it would still be an easy place to bring water toys (wave runners, kite boards, etc.,) because of the tighter parking layout. Time will tell if they make some suitable areas. read more

Causeway Islands Park is exactly that...and a bit more. We've never been to the "Park" part. But see it the way it is: the Gulf on either side of the Causeway Bridge and locals just taking a dip, lounging in their own beach chairs and enjoying a bite or fishing. I'm not sure how to get there or where to park as we've never gone on that journey to frolick inches away from the Causeway. But on a different note, if you check their website, The Causeway is the only gateway to get to Sanibel Island- taking you from Point A: Fort Myers into Point B: Sanibel Island (vice versa)...and that's it. $6 is all you pay from Fort Myers to enter Sanibel Island. Trekking to Fort Myers is FREE. One of the things I love to see as we're crossing the Causeway, is that initial uphill and a stunning view of the Turquoise Gulf that always takes my breath away. read more

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I miss driving over this beautiful causeway everyday. I grew up on Sanibel, and it was something I definitely took for granted. I don't make it back nearly often enough. I never understood though why people pay the bridge fee just to hang out on the causeway instead of the actual Sanibel beaches. They do have the best view of the fireworks over the water and Sunrise service for Easter. The little things I miss dearly. read more

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A great place to watch the sunset. You can shell here too. Pelicans are back, the red tide hurt them because their food source was killed by the algae and they starved. But they're back and will beg you for food, the little cuties. read more

Causeway Islands Park - Beaches Near Me - Sanibel, Florida

Even though we stay on Sanibel I like to stop and on both sides of the causeway beaches. The parking is free .. nice place to picnic, play in the water, go shelling, see water birds and an occasional ray, manatee, dolphin and even shark. The water here is calm and relatively clear. read more

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This is the Memorial Weekend, and if you want to go to Sanibel/Captiva to capture some sun. Good luck! The beaches are packed and impossible to find parking unless you start your adventure before dawn. What to do? How about Causeway Islands Park. This is an excellent alternative if you don't want to deal with crowds. A short drive over the bridge and you are in. No parking fee, traffic and ample parking space. Bathrooms are available and you can prepare your own food here. Better yet, there are two islands or three sections where you can make a stop! Be warned that they are not as spectacular or tropical as Sanibel or Captiva. The two islands or three sections are located in the bayside of the Sanibel/Captiva. In addition to fishing and swimming, you can bring your Jet ski, floats, kayak and launch without any problem . On the other hands, you can go under the bridge and navigate through the gulf waves. There are two negatives. It is not a sandy beach and beach are narrow. You must bring your own food and beverage. For the convenience, OK, we will take that for this holiday weekend! read more

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It's not like a beach beach, it's right off the street. Although the view is beautiful, it's not what I would cal a beach. But you do get a lot of people that hang out here. I do believe there are bathrooms. Waters are calm. Just a chill place read more

Beautiful sandy park on the way to Sanibel island. This is worth a stop to put your feet in the water and soak up the Florida sun or see the sunset Expansive long water front. Plenty of free parking on each side. You can park within 5 feet of the waterPlenty of shade if you want it. Picnic tables too Plenty of space to have privacy The sand is full of shells so you might want beach shoes Beautiful view Really worth a stop Popular for family tailgating picnics because you can park so close to the water read more

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3 stars! Season is in full swing, so the beaches are packed packed packed and so are the roads! While I prefer going to Sanibel and Captiva for my fun in the sun day getaways, sometimes the forces of traffic are against ya, so we decided to check out the Causeway Beaches for the first time. The Causeway beaches are a pretty good alternative if you don't want to deal with the crowds and prices of going over to Sanibel & Captiva. You pretty much pop over the bridge and boom your there. No parking fees to deal with, ample parking, and no traffic to stress about, on what is supposed your relaxing day at the beach. The beaches themselves are not as spectacular as Sanibel & Captiva, as you are on the bay/river side of the Islands, but they are swimmable and sufficient to catch some rays. The beach along the causeway is narrow and limited space wise, so you are pretty much sitting in the water with your beach set up. Always a good thing on those uber hot days when you need to have your feet in the water to keep from melting into the hot sand. Lot's of trailers park themselves along the Causeway since I don't believe they can go over to Sanibel/Captiva due to their size. So sometimes you feel like your in a glorified RV park depending on the number there are that day, but it never looks too intrusive. Fishing and water sports seem to be super popular here, since you can just drive your car up the water. There are bathrooms, which is a plus compared to many of the smaller beaches along Sanibel & Captiva and covered picnic tables if your looking for a little beach party spot. While nothing truly tropical surrounds you, as you have on Sanibel & Captiva, the convenience is the main draw to these beaches, so if that is your main motivation then have at it! read more

Causeway Islands Park - Not much beach space, but it works! - Beaches Near Me - Sanibel, Florida

Free free free. Free parking, which is a big deal around the beach. You do have to pay to get on the bridge and there are no restrooms or changing areas. read more

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This is the first park you come to after you pay the toll and go over the bridge to Sanibel. Parking is available on both sides of the road. Anth ere is beach on both sides of the road. But most of the parking is on the sand. I didn't attempt to drive in the sand since I wasn't sure my rental could handle it. It was great to be able to see both the bay side and the ocean side. Quite a few places with picnic tables, grills. Lots of people had claimed a spot and I saw lots of hammocks. read more

Got here early to watch the sunrise and so my boyfriend could get an early start on fishing today. The beaches seem to be kept clean. Suggest getting here early-seems to get busy later on read more

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We stopped over here at Causeway Island B to do a little fishing. There is a Causeway Island A and a Causeway Island B. The B location has restroom and picnic tables. My dad has fished here a few times. We made the trip over to the causeway island. You have to pay $6 to use the bridge to get over to Sanibel Island. We didn't stop at the Causeway Island A location. I think that there is just some beach locations there and some fishing spots. The Causeway Island B has picnic tables, beaches, fishing locations and rest rooms. The rest rooms are pretty good, I've seen rest stops with nastier bathrooms, just saying. During high season, the traffic is bad getting to Sanibel Island and the Causeway Island. We arrived at the Island B about 9:30am and there was already a lot of cars parked along the spots. The parking is on both sides of the island. You're able to park near the beach and then lounge by the water. We parked and my mom and cousin stayed at the beach and the men went to the northern side of the island and fished. The sides of the fishing areas are paved with bricks, making for a nice area to fish from. The pavement is about 5 feet from the water, so you don't walk down in the water to fish, but fish from above. We fished from 9:30am to about 3pm. We caught a few black point sharks. We kept them and actually ate them tonight, so good. The black point shark is a great fish. We also caught a sting ray, puffer fish and a small founder, all of which we tossed back. Be careful with the puffer fish! We also caught bunch of pin minnows that we used as bait for the sharks. I heard that they sell pin minnows at bait places for a dollar a piece! The island is a neat little place to fish. I think it would be okay to lounge as a beach, but during season its REALLY crowded. If you have the option, Cayo Casta beach is a much better place to lounge, but you've got to take a ferry to get there. read more

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It's not the prettiest beach on Sanibel, but it's definitely the most convenient. Free parking and pet friendly makes it a great spot if I want to just walk for a few minutes before enjoying the sunset. read more

Causeway Islands Park - Beaches Near Me - Sanibel, Florida

Great place to fish, swim, paddleboard or just lay in the sun. It's great because you can park your car right where you want to be, you don't need to haul your stuff a mile just to lay out and get some sun. Beautiful sunsets too. read more

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Gateway to the islands is what I like to call this place! If you are staying on sanibel or captiva this should be your first stop. Great place to stretch the legs and view sanibel, fort Myers, fort Myers beach and the other small islands that dot the area. Dip your feet in the waters! Have a potty break! Lots of families and groups come here to grill out and have a great time Snap a pic of kite surfing or the water and get your camera ready for the sunset! A great place to view if you are staying on sanibel, as most places do not have a sunset due to the islands layout. read more

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