Sanibel Island
Sanibel island is approximately 12 miles long by 3 miles wide with the Gulf of Mexico on one side and San Carlos Bay on the other. John Gee & Company Location Map - Sanibel Beaches Maps
There are over 22 miles of bike paths on the island. Bike rentals are available.
Sanibel Bike Path Map - Map of the Sanibel Island Lighthouse
Over 65% of the island is owned by various conservation organizations. The J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge is on of the best birding spots in the United States. It consists of over 6500 acres and has over 800,000 visitors per year. It is a "must see" when you visit Sanibel.
www.dingdarlingsociety.org
Two 18-hole golf courses are open to the public in addition to one private course.
Beachview Golf & Tennis Club - The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club
A well-equiped marina has boat rentals, fishing guides, sightseeing, fuel, ship store, shelling excursions, and dockside dining. Sanibel map & tide charts
In 1974 island residents voted to become the City of Sanibel. In doing so, a strong emphasis was placed on living in harmony with the environment and maintaining a small town atmosphere. For example, there are no high-rise buildings on Sanibel - building codes limit condominiums to a maximum of three living levels. www.ci.sanibel.fl.us
Sanibel is home to 6500 permanent residents. During the winter season the population increases to over 30,000 people, many of whom have second homes on Sanibel.
