One of Sanibel Island’s most popular beaches, known for excellent shelling opportunities and remote feel despite amenities. Features picnic areas, grills, restrooms, and outdoor showers with a natural setting. Access involves a pleasant walk over a bridge spanning a wildlife area, minimizing crowds.
Sister island to Sanibel, known for stunning sunsets, excellent shelling, and exclusive atmosphere. Home to South Seas Island Resort and the quirky “Bubble Room” restaurant. Features fewer crowds than neighboring islands, pristine beaches, and opportunities for dolphin watching and bird viewing.
Renowned worldwide as the “Shelling Capital,” Sanibel Island features east-west orientation that catches Gulf shells. No buildings taller than a palm tree due to strict development regulations. Home to the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge with abundant wildlife and 25 miles of bike paths.
Located near the historic Plum Orchard Mansion on undeveloped Cumberland Island. Accessible by ferry and then hiking or biking several miles. Features pristine, untouched shoreline with excellent opportunities for viewing wildlife including wild horses.
Located near the Sea Camp ranger station and campground on Cumberland Island. Accessible via ferry and a short walk. Features wide, flat beaches with opportunities to see wild horses and other wildlife. Limited facilities available at the Sea Camp area.
Part of the Blackbeard Island National Wildlife Refuge, this remote beach is accessible only by private boat. Features pristine shoreline, excellent bird watching, and opportunities to see loggerhead sea turtles during nesting season. No facilities available.
Protected barrier island accessible only with permission for research, education, or cultural purposes. Features pristine beaches, abundant wildlife, and historic sites. Managed by the Ossabaw Island Foundation with very limited public access.
Undeveloped barrier island accessible only by boat, featuring the famous “Boneyard Beach” where fallen trees create a hauntingly beautiful landscape. Offers primitive camping, wildlife viewing, and truly unspoiled natural coastal environments.
Pristine beach park featuring 3 miles of shoreline, the historic Atalaya Castle, and world-class bird watching opportunities. Known for its natural beauty, abundant wildlife, and excellent camping facilities.
Spectacular undeveloped beach on a 4,600-acre wildlife preserve featuring a boneyard of weathered trees. Known for its pristine condition, shell-covered beaches (shells must remain on beach), and lack of commercial development.