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Gasparilla Island State Park - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Gasparilla Island State Park

Gasparilla Island State Park is a lovely beach-side park that offers tremendous opportunities for outdoor recreation. Relax by the white sandy waterfront or explore the subtropical rainforest habitat known as the Boca Grande Hammock. Visitors of the park can take part in a variety of activities from scuba diving and kayaking to fishing and bird watching. For landlubbers, many excellent hiking trails exist winding through mangrove forest and across ancient sand dunes.
Address : 880 Belcher Rd, Boca Grande, FL 33921, USA

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Attractions Near Gasparilla Island State Park

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Boca Grande CausewayThe Boca Grande Causeway consists of three bridges and crosses Gasparilla Sound over 2.5 miles, providing the only vehicular access to the island.
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Don Pedro IslandDon Pedro Island is a brilliant shipwreck-diving haven and secluded beach escape. It’s home to two gorgeous beaches: North Beach and South Beach. All of this is nestled within a state preserve abundant with natural beauty and wildlife. Snorkelers love Don Pedro Island for its extensive variety of aquatic life, including sea turtles, barracudas, moray eels, snook, permit, spadefish and tarpon just to name a few. The waters are crystal clear and often feature visibility of up to 100ft!
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Don Pedro Island State ParkDon Pedro Island State Park is only accessible by boat and is open from 8:00 am till sundown year-round.
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Cape Haze Pioneer TrailThe Cape Haze Pioneer Trail, is the perfect getaway for outdoor adventurers. Stretching 12 miles from Placida Harbor to Gasparilla Road and covering a variety of scenic landscapes ranging from wetlands to beaches, this trail offers something for all levels of hikers and bikers. From sunbathing on one of the many sandy shorelines to wildlife spotting in pristine wildlife habitats, trekkers will find plenty of opportunities to explore the natural beauty surrounding this coastal paradise.
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Little Gasparilla IslandLittle Gasparilla Island is connected with Don Pedro Island to the north by a thin strip of beach and mangrove swamp.
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Gasparilla Island Water AssociationGasparilla Island gets its name from the legendary pirate captain José Gaspar ("Gasparilla" 1756–1821), who had his base on the island and purportedly hid his fabulous treasure there.

Discover More Attractions in Charlotte County, Home of Gasparilla Island State Park

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Charlotte County
The U.S. county of Charlotte is located in Florida state. Charlotte County had 186,847 residents in the 2010 census.

Location of Gasparilla Island State Park


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