Sanibel Lighthouse was one of the first lighthouses on Florida's Gulf coast north of Key West and the Dry Tortugas. The light,98-foot above sea level, on an iron skeleton tower was first lit on August 20, 1884 and has a central spiral staircase beginning about 10 feet above the ground.
Sanibel Island is a barrier island located off the southwest coast of Florida in the Gulf of Mexico. It is renowned for its natural beauty, abundant wildlife, world-class shelling beaches, and a relaxed, tropical atmosphere. It offers excellent restaurants, accommodations, golfing, tennis, fishing, boating, shopping, bike paths, canoes, and theatrical productions. It had a population of 6,382 in 2020.
Blind Pass Beach is a picturesque beach located on the west end of Sanibel Island, near the bridge that connects Sanibel Island to Captiva Island. It is often referred to as the blind pass because it is located at the point where the waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Pine Island Sound converge.
Sanibel is a beautiful barrier island located on the Gulf of Mexico in southwest Florida, United States. Known for its stunning natural beauty, wildlife, and shell-covered beaches, Sanibel is a popular destination for tourists and nature enthusiasts.
