Amy's Guidebook for Pine Island, FL
Cayo Costa State Park
Take a day trip to Cayo Costa! Cayo Costa State Park is an island with nine miles of beautiful beach, acres of pine forests, an abundance and variety of sea shells, more than six miles of biking and hiking trails and is **only accessible by boat**. At this 2,426 acre state park visitors can salt water fish, shell, bird watch, swim, snorkel, hike, and bike. Visitors can enjoy a day trip to the park or camp overnight at a tent site or rent a primitive cabin. This barrier island park is a Gulf Coast paradise.
Cruises from Pine Island are provided by various private charters (guidebook contains chatets' contact info) and also by ferry via Tropic Star of Pine Island. Visit them on FB or online for reservations and more information.
13851 Waterfront Rd.
BOKEELIA, FL
Ph:239.283.0015
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Cayo Costa State Park
Take a day trip to Cayo Costa! Cayo Costa State Park is an island with nine miles of beautiful beach, acres of pine forests, an abundance and variety of sea shells, more than six miles of biking and hiking trails and is **only accessible by boat**. At this 2,426 acre state park visitors can salt water fish, shell, bird watch, swim, snorkel, hike, and bike. Visitors can enjoy a day trip to the park or camp overnight at a tent site or rent a primitive cabin. This barrier island park is a Gulf Coast paradise.
Cruises from Pine Island are provided by various private charters (guidebook contains chatets' contact info) and also by ferry via Tropic Star of Pine Island. Visit them on FB or online for reservations and more information.
13851 Waterfront Rd.
BOKEELIA, FL
Ph:239.283.0015
Several local operators on Pine Island offer transportation via charter or ferry to a variety of beautiful islands including Boca Grande. The trip takes about 30-40 minutes, with the chance to see dolphins breaching, sea turtles swimming, manatees meandering, and waterbirds fishing. Here are six reasons why it’s worth visiting Boca Grande:
1-There’s a great bike and golf-cart path that runs 6.5 miles, the length of the island, past some great scenery.
2-The historic downtown is full of quaint old homes, churches and stores. We particularly love Whidden’s Marina, a ramshackle waterfront complex that is on the National Register of Historic Places.
3-The fishing has been drawing anglers for more than 100 years. It is one of the best places in the world to fish for tarpon.
4-The beaches have white-powder sand and are good for shelling.
5-There are two picturesque lighthouses, one of which you can tour.
6-You can have lunch at the elite Gasparilla Inn dining room or Pink Elephant Restaurant to experience a place that hosts presidents and celebrities, or choose another of the excellent restaurants on Gasparilla Island. Our big discovery on visiting: That the 99% can visit Boca Grande as a satisfying day trip – and see why the 1% winters there. (Contact information for transportation providers to Boca Grande is contained in the guidebook.)
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Boca Grande
Several local operators on Pine Island offer transportation via charter or ferry to a variety of beautiful islands including Boca Grande. The trip takes about 30-40 minutes, with the chance to see dolphins breaching, sea turtles swimming, manatees meandering, and waterbirds fishing. Here are six reasons why it’s worth visiting Boca Grande:
1-There’s a great bike and golf-cart path that runs 6.5 miles, the length of the island, past some great scenery.
2-The historic downtown is full of quaint old homes, churches and stores. We particularly love Whidden’s Marina, a ramshackle waterfront complex that is on the National Register of Historic Places.
3-The fishing has been drawing anglers for more than 100 years. It is one of the best places in the world to fish for tarpon.
4-The beaches have white-powder sand and are good for shelling.
5-There are two picturesque lighthouses, one of which you can tour.
6-You can have lunch at the elite Gasparilla Inn dining room or Pink Elephant Restaurant to experience a place that hosts presidents and celebrities, or choose another of the excellent restaurants on Gasparilla Island. Our big discovery on visiting: That the 99% can visit Boca Grande as a satisfying day trip – and see why the 1% winters there. (Contact information for transportation providers to Boca Grande is contained in the guidebook.)
"Cabbage Key, Pine Island's sister island, is returning to business as usual after Hurricane Ian visited the area in 2022."
"What you’ll find on Cabbage Key: a historic lodge, nature trails, a terrific restaurant that (perhaps) inspired Jimmy Buffett, and most strikingly, an old-time Florida vibe that’s fading fast elsewhere around the state."
"Cabbage Key is a small island – just 112 acres – located in Pine Island Sound, west of Fort Myers. Its first inhabitants were the Calusa Indians, who left behind a large shell mound that has served to protect the land for centuries."
"The island developed as a tourist destination in the 1930s, accessible only by boat, an off-the-beaten path spot where you could get away from it all."
"It’s still that spot."
(The Cabbage Key Inn and Restaurant is open for business; please see the Food Scene section in this guidebook for more information.)
If you don't have a boat to get there, grab a water taxi out of Safe Harbor Pineland, a ferry, or private charter from one of the many available from Pine Island (contact information for transportation providers to Cabbage Key is located in this guidebook).
Cabbage Key, Florida 33924, Estados Unidos
"Cabbage Key, Pine Island's sister island, is returning to business as usual after Hurricane Ian visited the area in 2022."
"What you’ll find on Cabbage Key: a historic lodge, nature trails, a terrific restaurant that (perhaps) inspired Jimmy Buffett, and most strikingly, an old-time Florida vibe that’s fading fast elsewhere around the state."
"Cabbage Key is a small island – just 112 acres – located in Pine Island Sound, west of Fort Myers. Its first inhabitants were the Calusa Indians, who left behind a large shell mound that has served to protect the land for centuries."
"The island developed as a tourist destination in the 1930s, accessible only by boat, an off-the-beaten path spot where you could get away from it all."
"It’s still that spot."
(The Cabbage Key Inn and Restaurant is open for business; please see the Food Scene section in this guidebook for more information.)
If you don't have a boat to get there, grab a water taxi out of Safe Harbor Pineland, a ferry, or private charter from one of the many available from Pine Island (contact information for transportation providers to Cabbage Key is located in this guidebook).
*Sanibel Island is accessible by vehicle; however, taking a ferry or charter from Pine Island is much faster (and more fun with better views!). Reservations for ferry or charter prior to departure are strongly recommended.* Sanibel is one of the unique barrier islands of the world, having an east-west orientation when most islands are north-south. Hence, the island is gifted with great sandy beaches and an abundance of shells, winning awards for being the best shelling beach and one of the best beaches in Florida. The fun never stops on Sanibel Island. Having a sub-tropical climate, visitors and residents enjoy the outdoors and sunshine all year long. Whether you choose to be boating, kayaking, canoeing, water-skiing or fishing from one of the favorite spots, play a round of golf on the challenging scenic courses, there are over 70 of them, the perfect place to tee off and test your mettle on the green, a set of tennis, bike riding on the miles of bike paths, or explore the waterways by boat where you will see an abundance of wildlife from frolicsome dolphins, graceful blue herons, inquisitive raccoons and colorful birds of all species, you will enjoy a memorable experience to cherish for all time. There’s an abundance of shops and restaurants on Sanibel from sandwich shops to fine dining. Some establishments are closed “off-season” so please confirm your plans before heading to any of the islands. The BEST brunch place is Over Easy Cafe, a personal favorite.
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Sanibel Beach
*Sanibel Island is accessible by vehicle; however, taking a ferry or charter from Pine Island is much faster (and more fun with better views!). Reservations for ferry or charter prior to departure are strongly recommended.* Sanibel is one of the unique barrier islands of the world, having an east-west orientation when most islands are north-south. Hence, the island is gifted with great sandy beaches and an abundance of shells, winning awards for being the best shelling beach and one of the best beaches in Florida. The fun never stops on Sanibel Island. Having a sub-tropical climate, visitors and residents enjoy the outdoors and sunshine all year long. Whether you choose to be boating, kayaking, canoeing, water-skiing or fishing from one of the favorite spots, play a round of golf on the challenging scenic courses, there are over 70 of them, the perfect place to tee off and test your mettle on the green, a set of tennis, bike riding on the miles of bike paths, or explore the waterways by boat where you will see an abundance of wildlife from frolicsome dolphins, graceful blue herons, inquisitive raccoons and colorful birds of all species, you will enjoy a memorable experience to cherish for all time. There’s an abundance of shops and restaurants on Sanibel from sandwich shops to fine dining. Some establishments are closed “off-season” so please confirm your plans before heading to any of the islands. The BEST brunch place is Over Easy Cafe, a personal favorite.
Cruises from Pine Island are provided by Tropic Star Cruises aboard one of our many vessels.
Your journey begins with an approximately 50-minute cruise from Pineland Marina to the truly unique, untouched barrier island of Cayo Costa. Along the way, catch a glimpse of manatees and dolphins frolicking in the majestic waters and a variety of birds soaring through the serene Gulf Coast skies.
Our full day trip brings you to the State Park Ranger Station on the north end of the island and once you arrive at the secluded, off-the-grid location, there is a State Park tram that will take you to the beach. Then you choose your activities for the day! Some options to consider during your approximately 2½-5 hour stay on the island include: picnicking, shelling, hiking, biking, kayaking, bird watching, snorkeling, swimming, and relaxing by the water.”
Tropic Star (239) 283-0015
http://tropicstaradventures.com/
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Tropic Star Cruises
Waterfront DriveCruises from Pine Island are provided by Tropic Star Cruises aboard one of our many vessels.
Your journey begins with an approximately 50-minute cruise from Pineland Marina to the truly unique, untouched barrier island of Cayo Costa. Along the way, catch a glimpse of manatees and dolphins frolicking in the majestic waters and a variety of birds soaring through the serene Gulf Coast skies.
Our full day trip brings you to the State Park Ranger Station on the north end of the island and once you arrive at the secluded, off-the-grid location, there is a State Park tram that will take you to the beach. Then you choose your activities for the day! Some options to consider during your approximately 2½-5 hour stay on the island include: picnicking, shelling, hiking, biking, kayaking, bird watching, snorkeling, swimming, and relaxing by the water.”
Tropic Star (239) 283-0015
http://tropicstaradventures.com/
Private Charters, Tours and Events -
Aside from our daily water taxis from Pine Island to North Captiva and Cabbage Key, Island Girl Charters also offers private charters, tours, and events for all types of occasions. Every charter is completely customizable, from the boat size, to the time of day, routes and destinations. Prices for trips are dependent on number of passengers, boat size, length of trip, etc. Please call 239-633-8142 to get a price for your trip.
Private charters: Private charters are offered to any passenger who needs a ride at a time that is not offered on our daily schedule. Since our schedules change according to the season, you can request a private charter to get you to or from your destination, even after our last regularly scheduled boat runs. Private charters are also convenient for passengers who wish to travel to the outer islands that are not on our normal schedule, such as Useppa, Captiva, and Boca Grande. You can also "Island Hop" and request a private charter from one of the outer islands to another.
Sightseeing tours: Island Girl Charters is located on Pine Island, along Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast. This uniquely undiscovered area is perfect for nature and animal lovers to see wildlife in their natural habitat. Island Girl Charters offers private sightseeing tours that include dolphin watching, manatee watching and bird watching. Passengers can request pick up from the location of their choosing, and one of our Captain's and/or crew will take them on a relaxing ride around Pine Island Sound. During the tour, your Captain will search for dolphins and manatees, and may even get dolphins to jump in the wake behind your boat. Your Captain will also share some fun facts about the barrier islands and local knowledge about the area and its history. Sightseeing trips can also include a stop at Barnacle's on North Captiva, or the famous Cabbage Key Inn restaurant.
Sunset cruises: If you've never experienced a sunset on Pine Island, you are in for a treat. Sunset cruises typically depart the dock approximately one hour before sunset. Your Captain will give you a relaxing ride around Pine Island Sound, during which, you and your fellow passengers can enjoy the beautiful and smooth waters of the Gulf Coast. Food and beverage are not provided, but passengers are welcome to bring their own refreshments and food on board. The Captain will idle down as the sun sets, giving you plenty of time to take in the views as you make your way back to the dock.
Special events (wedding parties, holiday parties, etc.): Island Girl Charter offers many different options for your special events onboard our fleet of vessels. Please watch for special events on our website or call the Island Girl Reservations desk for upcoming attractions.
Island Girl Charters has the fleet and staff to accommodate any special event you have in mind. Our Captains and crew will respect and cater to your specific needs. From weddings and wedding receptions, to ash scatterings, company cruises, holiday celebrations, and more, all our event cruises are completely customizable. Whatever your event is, Island Girl Charters will be happy to give you a memorable experience in one of Florida's top water destinations.
Tips for Cruising:
Food and drink are not provided onboard, passengers are welcome to bring food or beverages of their choice.
Music may be available if requested ahead of time. This option is especially popular for our Holiday or sunset cruises.
Our largest boat holds 49 passengers.
Island Hopping is available to many of the outer islands in Pine Island Sound. This includes Boca Grande, Useppa, Cabbage Key, North Captiva, and Captiva.
Be sure to bring your cameras on board, especially for the dolphin/manatee cruises and sunset cruises.
Passengers cruising during the day are advised to bring sun block since several sections of the boat will be in open and direct sunlight. If you forget your sunscreen, we have a great selection for sale in our Ship's Store.
Stadium seat cushions are a great idea for multi-hour rides to add some extra support and comfort to the boat benches.
Please call 239-633-8142 for additional information or to get a price for your trip.
13921 Waterfront Dr.
Bokeelia, FL 33922
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Island Girl Charters
13921 Waterfront DrPrivate Charters, Tours and Events -
Aside from our daily water taxis from Pine Island to North Captiva and Cabbage Key, Island Girl Charters also offers private charters, tours, and events for all types of occasions. Every charter is completely customizable, from the boat size, to the time of day, routes and destinations. Prices for trips are dependent on number of passengers, boat size, length of trip, etc. Please call 239-633-8142 to get a price for your trip.
Private charters: Private charters are offered to any passenger who needs a ride at a time that is not offered on our daily schedule. Since our schedules change according to the season, you can request a private charter to get you to or from your destination, even after our last regularly scheduled boat runs. Private charters are also convenient for passengers who wish to travel to the outer islands that are not on our normal schedule, such as Useppa, Captiva, and Boca Grande. You can also "Island Hop" and request a private charter from one of the outer islands to another.
Sightseeing tours: Island Girl Charters is located on Pine Island, along Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast. This uniquely undiscovered area is perfect for nature and animal lovers to see wildlife in their natural habitat. Island Girl Charters offers private sightseeing tours that include dolphin watching, manatee watching and bird watching. Passengers can request pick up from the location of their choosing, and one of our Captain's and/or crew will take them on a relaxing ride around Pine Island Sound. During the tour, your Captain will search for dolphins and manatees, and may even get dolphins to jump in the wake behind your boat. Your Captain will also share some fun facts about the barrier islands and local knowledge about the area and its history. Sightseeing trips can also include a stop at Barnacle's on North Captiva, or the famous Cabbage Key Inn restaurant.
Sunset cruises: If you've never experienced a sunset on Pine Island, you are in for a treat. Sunset cruises typically depart the dock approximately one hour before sunset. Your Captain will give you a relaxing ride around Pine Island Sound, during which, you and your fellow passengers can enjoy the beautiful and smooth waters of the Gulf Coast. Food and beverage are not provided, but passengers are welcome to bring their own refreshments and food on board. The Captain will idle down as the sun sets, giving you plenty of time to take in the views as you make your way back to the dock.
Special events (wedding parties, holiday parties, etc.): Island Girl Charter offers many different options for your special events onboard our fleet of vessels. Please watch for special events on our website or call the Island Girl Reservations desk for upcoming attractions.
Island Girl Charters has the fleet and staff to accommodate any special event you have in mind. Our Captains and crew will respect and cater to your specific needs. From weddings and wedding receptions, to ash scatterings, company cruises, holiday celebrations, and more, all our event cruises are completely customizable. Whatever your event is, Island Girl Charters will be happy to give you a memorable experience in one of Florida's top water destinations.
Tips for Cruising:
Food and drink are not provided onboard, passengers are welcome to bring food or beverages of their choice.
Music may be available if requested ahead of time. This option is especially popular for our Holiday or sunset cruises.
Our largest boat holds 49 passengers.
Island Hopping is available to many of the outer islands in Pine Island Sound. This includes Boca Grande, Useppa, Cabbage Key, North Captiva, and Captiva.
Be sure to bring your cameras on board, especially for the dolphin/manatee cruises and sunset cruises.
Passengers cruising during the day are advised to bring sun block since several sections of the boat will be in open and direct sunlight. If you forget your sunscreen, we have a great selection for sale in our Ship's Store.
Stadium seat cushions are a great idea for multi-hour rides to add some extra support and comfort to the boat benches.
Please call 239-633-8142 for additional information or to get a price for your trip.
13921 Waterfront Dr.
Bokeelia, FL 33922
A full service marina in St. James City on Pine Island, Florida, Monroe Canal Marina offers easy access to Sanibel and the causeway, Pine Island Sound, Matlacha Pass, Estero Island and the Caloosahatchee River.
Boat Rentals
Kayak Rentals
Dockage
Charter Captains
Ramp Launch
Parking
Off Road Diesel
Bait & Tackle
Food and Drink
Clothing & Acessories
Rec 90 Fuel
Engine Repair
Rigging & Installation
Restoration
Bottom Paint
Address: 3105 Stringfellow Road
Saint James City, Florida, Phone: (239) 282-8600
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Monroe Canal Marina
3105 Stringfellow RdA full service marina in St. James City on Pine Island, Florida, Monroe Canal Marina offers easy access to Sanibel and the causeway, Pine Island Sound, Matlacha Pass, Estero Island and the Caloosahatchee River.
Boat Rentals
Kayak Rentals
Dockage
Charter Captains
Ramp Launch
Parking
Off Road Diesel
Bait & Tackle
Food and Drink
Clothing & Acessories
Rec 90 Fuel
Engine Repair
Rigging & Installation
Restoration
Bottom Paint
Address: 3105 Stringfellow Road
Saint James City, Florida, Phone: (239) 282-8600
Pineland Marina, located on beautiful Pine Island, is in the heart of Southwest Florida’s fishing Mecca. Just minutes from the Boca Grande Pass, home of world class Tarpon fishing.
Pineland Marina is the largest full service marina on Pine Island.
*A double wide boat ramp with plenty of parking
*Kayak launching area with dual launch wells and wash down area
*Fully stocked Ship’s Store for those last minute items
*Ferry services to outer islands aboard Island Girl Charters
*Water taxi services with direct access to Cabbage Key and other popular destinations
*Fishing guide services
When departing Pineland Marina by way of water, the well marked channel will lead the way to the islands of Upper Captiva, Boca Grande, Useppa and Cayo Costa State Park, as well as many points beyond.
Make Pineland Marina your casting off point to an exciting adventure into the beautiful waters of Southwest Florida.
13921 Waterfront Dr.
Bokeelia, FL 33922
PHONE: 239.283.3593
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Safe Harbor Pineland
13921 Waterfront DrPineland Marina, located on beautiful Pine Island, is in the heart of Southwest Florida’s fishing Mecca. Just minutes from the Boca Grande Pass, home of world class Tarpon fishing.
Pineland Marina is the largest full service marina on Pine Island.
*A double wide boat ramp with plenty of parking
*Kayak launching area with dual launch wells and wash down area
*Fully stocked Ship’s Store for those last minute items
*Ferry services to outer islands aboard Island Girl Charters
*Water taxi services with direct access to Cabbage Key and other popular destinations
*Fishing guide services
When departing Pineland Marina by way of water, the well marked channel will lead the way to the islands of Upper Captiva, Boca Grande, Useppa and Cayo Costa State Park, as well as many points beyond.
Make Pineland Marina your casting off point to an exciting adventure into the beautiful waters of Southwest Florida.
13921 Waterfront Dr.
Bokeelia, FL 33922
PHONE: 239.283.3593
*** Please note: this marina is open to both commercial and public vessels. Public boaters are welcome during certain periods such as weekends and most holidays. Please check directly with the marina with any questions regarding public accessibility.***
Commercial Hours:
6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday
Monday through Friday-Activity at PICM is limited to commercial use only.
Recreational Hours:
Gate opens at 6:30 a.m. and closes at 8:30 p.m.
Boaters may use the ramp on:
Saturdays, Sundays and Lee County recognized holidays listed below:
-New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
-Martin Luther King Day
-Memorial Day
-Fourth of July
-Labor Day
-Veterans Day
-Thanksgiving (Thursday and Friday)
-Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Recreational Use
Recreational boaters and anglers can resume using the ramp during regular recreational hours, which are on Saturdays, Sundays and Lee County-recognized holidays. The gate will be open 6:30 a.m.- 8:30 p.m. The marina is limited to commercial use Monday through Friday.
This Marina has a single lane boat ramp with parking spots for vehicles with boat trailers. Daily parking fee of $10. The Lee County Parks & Recreation parking sticker honored on weekends and county holidays only.
Address:
6001 Maria Drive
St. James City, FL 33956
Contact Information:
Korina Covaci
(239) 283-4110
kcovaci@leegov.com
Facility Staff
Pine Island Commercial Marina
6001 Maria Dr*** Please note: this marina is open to both commercial and public vessels. Public boaters are welcome during certain periods such as weekends and most holidays. Please check directly with the marina with any questions regarding public accessibility.***
Commercial Hours:
6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday
Monday through Friday-Activity at PICM is limited to commercial use only.
Recreational Hours:
Gate opens at 6:30 a.m. and closes at 8:30 p.m.
Boaters may use the ramp on:
Saturdays, Sundays and Lee County recognized holidays listed below:
-New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
-Martin Luther King Day
-Memorial Day
-Fourth of July
-Labor Day
-Veterans Day
-Thanksgiving (Thursday and Friday)
-Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Recreational Use
Recreational boaters and anglers can resume using the ramp during regular recreational hours, which are on Saturdays, Sundays and Lee County-recognized holidays. The gate will be open 6:30 a.m.- 8:30 p.m. The marina is limited to commercial use Monday through Friday.
This Marina has a single lane boat ramp with parking spots for vehicles with boat trailers. Daily parking fee of $10. The Lee County Parks & Recreation parking sticker honored on weekends and county holidays only.
Address:
6001 Maria Drive
St. James City, FL 33956
Contact Information:
Korina Covaci
(239) 283-4110
kcovaci@leegov.com
Facility Staff
The Pine Island Pool, located in Bokeelia, FL, is a swimming facility that offers aquatics programs, lap swimming, free swim, and swimming lessons. It hosts swim teams, schedules swim times, and offers special programming. The swimming pool also provides changing rooms, showers, other amenities, and the pool is exceptional. It's salt water, heated in the winter, it’s an enormous size, and also has a couple of slides for the kids to enjoy. There are chairs, sun beds, and the pool is kept is pristine condition, always clean. Highly recommend.
Contact Information:
Lee County Parks & Recreation
Address:
5675 Sesame Drive
Bokeelia, Florida, 33922
Phone:
239-283-2220
Hours:
Tue 10:00 AM-4:00 PM; Wed-Sat 9:00 AM-4:00 P
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Pine Island Community Pool
5675 Sesame DrThe Pine Island Pool, located in Bokeelia, FL, is a swimming facility that offers aquatics programs, lap swimming, free swim, and swimming lessons. It hosts swim teams, schedules swim times, and offers special programming. The swimming pool also provides changing rooms, showers, other amenities, and the pool is exceptional. It's salt water, heated in the winter, it’s an enormous size, and also has a couple of slides for the kids to enjoy. There are chairs, sun beds, and the pool is kept is pristine condition, always clean. Highly recommend.
Contact Information:
Lee County Parks & Recreation
Address:
5675 Sesame Drive
Bokeelia, Florida, 33922
Phone:
239-283-2220
Hours:
Tue 10:00 AM-4:00 PM; Wed-Sat 9:00 AM-4:00 P
Whether you enjoy kayak fishing, watching sunrise/sunsets, birding, exploring the mangrove trails, or just combing the beaches, Carmen’s Kayaks is just the place for you to begin your tropical paddling adventure.
Carmen’s Kayaks paddles all around Pine Island and Matlacha, on the Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail, finding the perfect locations for your paddling needs! We offer kayak fishing trips, eco-friendly kayak tours, kayak rentals, moonlit tours, sunrise/sunset tours, and custom guided trips.
Kayak Fishing Charters:
Snook
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Spotted Sea Trout
ECO Tours:
Manatees
Bald Eagles
Dolphins
Stingrays
Birding Tours:
Egrets
Osprey
Pelicans
Roseate Spoonbills
26599 Porto Bello
Bokeelia, FL
Website: carmenskayaks . com
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Carmen's Kayaks
16499 Porto Bello StreetWhether you enjoy kayak fishing, watching sunrise/sunsets, birding, exploring the mangrove trails, or just combing the beaches, Carmen’s Kayaks is just the place for you to begin your tropical paddling adventure.
Carmen’s Kayaks paddles all around Pine Island and Matlacha, on the Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail, finding the perfect locations for your paddling needs! We offer kayak fishing trips, eco-friendly kayak tours, kayak rentals, moonlit tours, sunrise/sunset tours, and custom guided trips.
Kayak Fishing Charters:
Snook
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Spotted Sea Trout
ECO Tours:
Manatees
Bald Eagles
Dolphins
Stingrays
Birding Tours:
Egrets
Osprey
Pelicans
Roseate Spoonbills
26599 Porto Bello
Bokeelia, FL
Website: carmenskayaks . com
Guided tours, rentals (free delivery in select areas) and kayak fishing!
FIND YOURSELF SOME SOLITUDE
For those who prefer to blaze their own trail and explore the Matlacha Pass Aquatic Preserve we offer Kayak Rentals (PFD/Life Vest and Paddle included). We have a wide variety of kayaks, from recreational single and tandem sit in and sit on top kayaks, to fishing and touring kayaks. Splash all you want or silently stalk tropical birds and other marine life! Find yourself some solitude and explore our world…
Discount rates also available for fewer kayak rental days and for groups of 6 or more. We provide all equipment free of charge to transport your boat on top of your car. All participants are required to sign a release form.
What to Bring/Recommended Gear: Plenty of water and snacks, hat, sunscreen, lightweight breathable clothing, and water shoes. Bring a towel and set of dry clothes to change into just in case.
**Max Weight Capacity per rider may not exceed 300 Pounds**
4120 Pine Island Rd NW
Matlacha, FL
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Gulf Coast Kayak (Kayaking, Kayak Rentals, Kayak Tours) )
5971 Pine Island RdGuided tours, rentals (free delivery in select areas) and kayak fishing!
FIND YOURSELF SOME SOLITUDE
For those who prefer to blaze their own trail and explore the Matlacha Pass Aquatic Preserve we offer Kayak Rentals (PFD/Life Vest and Paddle included). We have a wide variety of kayaks, from recreational single and tandem sit in and sit on top kayaks, to fishing and touring kayaks. Splash all you want or silently stalk tropical birds and other marine life! Find yourself some solitude and explore our world…
Discount rates also available for fewer kayak rental days and for groups of 6 or more. We provide all equipment free of charge to transport your boat on top of your car. All participants are required to sign a release form.
What to Bring/Recommended Gear: Plenty of water and snacks, hat, sunscreen, lightweight breathable clothing, and water shoes. Bring a towel and set of dry clothes to change into just in case.
**Max Weight Capacity per rider may not exceed 300 Pounds**
4120 Pine Island Rd NW
Matlacha, FL
RENTALS- KAYAKS, PADDLE BOARDS, BIKES & GOLF CARTS TOURS- KAYAK & PONTOON - We strive to provide an outdoor experience like no other in Southwest Florida with guided inshore or backcountry Eco Tours. Our philosophy is to combine top of the line kayak equipment with eco education to provide both a safe and exhilarating experience on your aqua adventure.
The Apex Aqua Adventures shop offers kayak sales and services for Bonafide Kayaks, YakAttack accessories, Werner Paddles and Raymarine electronics for all your kayaking needs. Apex Aqua Adventures is located in the heart of Saint James City on Stringfellow Rd. We deliver our new Bonafide kayak rentals to your location or will meet you at one of our designated launch sites on Pine Island. Apex Aqua Adventures combines local water knowledge, experience, water safety and ecology to provide the ultimate kayaking aqua adventure. Join us on the water to explore the mangrove back country and marine wildlife throughout the Calusa Indian Trails and Blueway. We work to build communities that support water health and the joy of fishing.
3339 Stringfellow Road, Saint James City, Florida 33956
Business Mobile 239-558-4557
Apex Aqua Adventures
3339 Stringfellow RdRENTALS- KAYAKS, PADDLE BOARDS, BIKES & GOLF CARTS TOURS- KAYAK & PONTOON - We strive to provide an outdoor experience like no other in Southwest Florida with guided inshore or backcountry Eco Tours. Our philosophy is to combine top of the line kayak equipment with eco education to provide both a safe and exhilarating experience on your aqua adventure.
The Apex Aqua Adventures shop offers kayak sales and services for Bonafide Kayaks, YakAttack accessories, Werner Paddles and Raymarine electronics for all your kayaking needs. Apex Aqua Adventures is located in the heart of Saint James City on Stringfellow Rd. We deliver our new Bonafide kayak rentals to your location or will meet you at one of our designated launch sites on Pine Island. Apex Aqua Adventures combines local water knowledge, experience, water safety and ecology to provide the ultimate kayaking aqua adventure. Join us on the water to explore the mangrove back country and marine wildlife throughout the Calusa Indian Trails and Blueway. We work to build communities that support water health and the joy of fishing.
3339 Stringfellow Road, Saint James City, Florida 33956
Business Mobile 239-558-4557
This waterfront park offers picnic tables and a wonderful view. Kayaks and canoes may launch from this site. Limited vehicle parking and no trailers allowed; overflow permitted at Pine Island Flatwoods Preserve, 6351 Stringfellow Road.
This property began as a neighborhood park for the Tropical Home-sites sub-division in the early 1950's.
Address:
3401 Tropical Point Dr.
Saint James City, FL 33956
Phone: 239-229-7367
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Tropical Point Park
3401 Tropical Point DrThis waterfront park offers picnic tables and a wonderful view. Kayaks and canoes may launch from this site. Limited vehicle parking and no trailers allowed; overflow permitted at Pine Island Flatwoods Preserve, 6351 Stringfellow Road.
This property began as a neighborhood park for the Tropical Home-sites sub-division in the early 1950's.
Address:
3401 Tropical Point Dr.
Saint James City, FL 33956
Phone: 239-229-7367
This small park offers historical information of the Calusa Indians. It also offers a view of of the most spectacular sunsets.
No overnight parking allowed. No trailer parking allowed. No Launching of motorized vessels.
A Saltwater Fishing License is required to saltwater fish from shore; however, there is no fee for Florida residents.
Address:
Waterfront Drive
Pineland, FL 33945
Pineland Monument Park
13643 Waterfront DrThis small park offers historical information of the Calusa Indians. It also offers a view of of the most spectacular sunsets.
No overnight parking allowed. No trailer parking allowed. No Launching of motorized vessels.
A Saltwater Fishing License is required to saltwater fish from shore; however, there is no fee for Florida residents.
Address:
Waterfront Drive
Pineland, FL 33945
This 9 acre park offers a variety of services. It features a community building, sheltered picnic tables, 2 pavilions, a playground, restrooms, a double boat ramp, basketball courts, a fishing pier, walking path, benches, and Kayak launch. Access to Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail. Parking fee for boat ramp only, $10/day.
Address:
4577 Pine Island Road
Matlacha, FL 33993
Phone:
(239) 283-4110
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Matlacha Community Park
4577 Pine Island RdThis 9 acre park offers a variety of services. It features a community building, sheltered picnic tables, 2 pavilions, a playground, restrooms, a double boat ramp, basketball courts, a fishing pier, walking path, benches, and Kayak launch. Access to Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail. Parking fee for boat ramp only, $10/day.
Address:
4577 Pine Island Road
Matlacha, FL 33993
Phone:
(239) 283-4110
Totaling nearly 945 acres, this large preserve consists of 10 land parcels acquired between 2000 and 2021. The preserve consists of nine native plant communities, including mesic pine flatwoods, freshwater marshes, tidal swamp, hydric hammock and coastal grassland.
The most recent acquisition to this preserve is land on the eastern side of the island that extends through a mangrove forest to Matlacha Pass. Known as Pine Island Flatwoods Preserve - Bayside, a Mini Stewardship Plan was written to allow for restoration activities to occur on this land.
Prescribed burning is used at this preserve to minimize the risk of wildfire due to heavy fuel loads caused by dense vegetation. This activity also helps to improve habitat critical for the gopher tortoise, a state-listed threatened species.
This preserve includes a 1.5-mile marked hiking trail, as well as more than 6 miles of unmarked fire lines that may be hiked.
Address:
6351 Stringfellow Road
St James City, FL 33956
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Pine Island Flatwoods Preserve
6351 Stringfellow RdTotaling nearly 945 acres, this large preserve consists of 10 land parcels acquired between 2000 and 2021. The preserve consists of nine native plant communities, including mesic pine flatwoods, freshwater marshes, tidal swamp, hydric hammock and coastal grassland.
The most recent acquisition to this preserve is land on the eastern side of the island that extends through a mangrove forest to Matlacha Pass. Known as Pine Island Flatwoods Preserve - Bayside, a Mini Stewardship Plan was written to allow for restoration activities to occur on this land.
Prescribed burning is used at this preserve to minimize the risk of wildfire due to heavy fuel loads caused by dense vegetation. This activity also helps to improve habitat critical for the gopher tortoise, a state-listed threatened species.
This preserve includes a 1.5-mile marked hiking trail, as well as more than 6 miles of unmarked fire lines that may be hiked.
Address:
6351 Stringfellow Road
St James City, FL 33956
This preserve features 2.5 miles of hiking trails and boardwalks, a fishing pier, picnic pavilions, restroom and a paved parking area. It is located in St. James City on Pine Island, just south of Pine Island Flatwoods Preserve, another Conservation 20/20 preserve.
The preserve is made up of three separate land acquisitions. The final parcel of land was acquired in 2007 with assistance from a Florida Communities Trust grant and a donation from the Calusa Land Trust.
Galt Preserve consists of twelve plant communities, including mangrove swamp and mesic flatwoods. The preserve is also home to a variety of bird and animal species, including bald eagle, bobcat and American alligator. One of the big success stories of this preserve is that a pair of bald eagles began to nest following the removal of the invasive exotic plant species, melaleuca.
Address:
3661 Stringfellow Rd.
St. James City, FL 33956
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Galt Preserve
3661 Stringfellow RdThis preserve features 2.5 miles of hiking trails and boardwalks, a fishing pier, picnic pavilions, restroom and a paved parking area. It is located in St. James City on Pine Island, just south of Pine Island Flatwoods Preserve, another Conservation 20/20 preserve.
The preserve is made up of three separate land acquisitions. The final parcel of land was acquired in 2007 with assistance from a Florida Communities Trust grant and a donation from the Calusa Land Trust.
Galt Preserve consists of twelve plant communities, including mangrove swamp and mesic flatwoods. The preserve is also home to a variety of bird and animal species, including bald eagle, bobcat and American alligator. One of the big success stories of this preserve is that a pair of bald eagles began to nest following the removal of the invasive exotic plant species, melaleuca.
Address:
3661 Stringfellow Rd.
St. James City, FL 33956
If you’re looking for bucket list must sees in southwest Florida, a visit to Matlacha should be on your list! One of the most quaint and colorful towns in southwest Florida has a very cool vibe and there’s a whole lotta fishin’ goin' on.
Grab the first parking space you can and take your time and stroll awhile. You won’t have to walk far before it all starts making perfect sense.
As the crow flies Matlacha is a stone’s throw from the beaches of Sanibel and Captiva. If you have a boat getting to Matlacha from Sanibel is easy.
Like most of the waters around the islands of southwest Florida, Matlacha Pass is a saltwater angler’s dream come true. Redfish, cobia, mangrove snapper, trout, sheepshead, cobia, sharks, and one of southwest Florida’s most prized fish, snook. Fishing in Matlacha isn’t just an activity. It’s a way of life.
Find a spot on or under the Matlacha Bridge, aka “The Fishingest Bridge in the World”. You don’t need much just a rod, bait, and a small cooler for cold drinks, and the bait. You can also rent a fishing kayak on the island to get farther out on the water and try your luck in the inlets and bays.
Another great way to get on the water is to book with a local charter or go fishing with a guide. They’ll maximize your time and put you on fish.
Explore the waters around Matlacha in a kayak or on a stand-up paddle board. Wading and shore birds along with ospreys dot the tree line of the mangrove’s while pelicans glide overhead. Dolphins regularly appear to greet you while feeding. Watch schools of baitfish churn the surface as big fish zero in on them. To rent a kayak, paddle board, or take a guided kayak tour, there are several options in the area.
You can’t be on “island time” with out a cold beer or tropical cocktail in your hand. We love local joints with a happy crowd and live music, and killer rum drinks — and there are several Matlacha restaurants that have that and more!
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Matlacha Menagerie
4625 Pine Island RdIf you’re looking for bucket list must sees in southwest Florida, a visit to Matlacha should be on your list! One of the most quaint and colorful towns in southwest Florida has a very cool vibe and there’s a whole lotta fishin’ goin' on.
Grab the first parking space you can and take your time and stroll awhile. You won’t have to walk far before it all starts making perfect sense.
As the crow flies Matlacha is a stone’s throw from the beaches of Sanibel and Captiva. If you have a boat getting to Matlacha from Sanibel is easy.
Like most of the waters around the islands of southwest Florida, Matlacha Pass is a saltwater angler’s dream come true. Redfish, cobia, mangrove snapper, trout, sheepshead, cobia, sharks, and one of southwest Florida’s most prized fish, snook. Fishing in Matlacha isn’t just an activity. It’s a way of life.
Find a spot on or under the Matlacha Bridge, aka “The Fishingest Bridge in the World”. You don’t need much just a rod, bait, and a small cooler for cold drinks, and the bait. You can also rent a fishing kayak on the island to get farther out on the water and try your luck in the inlets and bays.
Another great way to get on the water is to book with a local charter or go fishing with a guide. They’ll maximize your time and put you on fish.
Explore the waters around Matlacha in a kayak or on a stand-up paddle board. Wading and shore birds along with ospreys dot the tree line of the mangrove’s while pelicans glide overhead. Dolphins regularly appear to greet you while feeding. Watch schools of baitfish churn the surface as big fish zero in on them. To rent a kayak, paddle board, or take a guided kayak tour, there are several options in the area.
You can’t be on “island time” with out a cold beer or tropical cocktail in your hand. We love local joints with a happy crowd and live music, and killer rum drinks — and there are several Matlacha restaurants that have that and more!
Cruise the waterway of St. James City on a Crusin’ Tiki. Take in the beautiful sights, and the surrounding areas onboard your private tiki tour. Celebrate with friends on a morning cruise or unwind at the end of your day aboard a sunset tour. A perfect way to see the wonder and spectacular beauty of the St. James City area. Cruisin’ Tikis offers a variety of Tiki Fun cruises from Morning Mimosas, Don’t Worry Be Happy, MidDay Mai Tai, Happy Hour, Sunset Cruises, and other custom charters.
Ready to board?
For more information, call us!
Phone: 239-365-9900
Address:
3135 Stringfellow Rd.
St. James City, FL 33956
Cruisin Tikis Cape Coral/St James City
3135 Stringfellow RdCruise the waterway of St. James City on a Crusin’ Tiki. Take in the beautiful sights, and the surrounding areas onboard your private tiki tour. Celebrate with friends on a morning cruise or unwind at the end of your day aboard a sunset tour. A perfect way to see the wonder and spectacular beauty of the St. James City area. Cruisin’ Tikis offers a variety of Tiki Fun cruises from Morning Mimosas, Don’t Worry Be Happy, MidDay Mai Tai, Happy Hour, Sunset Cruises, and other custom charters.
Ready to board?
For more information, call us!
Phone: 239-365-9900
Address:
3135 Stringfellow Rd.
St. James City, FL 33956
GREETINGS FROM PINE ISLAND
COME FOR A DAY, YOU WILL WANT TO STAY
Greater Pine Island Chamber of Commerce is proud to represent over 100 businesses in our little corner of paradise; and would like to introduce you to our island and the businesses that call it home. Pine Island is the largest island (18 miles long, 2 miles wide with five unique communities) off Florida’s Southwestern Gulf coast. We’re just 15 minutes from Cape Coral and 30 minutes from Fort Myers, but our secluded, small-town atmosphere is a world apart! Surrounded by mangroves, three aquatic preserves, acres of palms, tropical plants, and fruit groves; we have escaped the cement and skyscraper development so predominant on other Florida islands.
The waters of Pine Island Sound provide not only some of the finest fishing in Florida, but are a haven for birdwatchers and nature lovers. Hiking trails, kayak and canoe waterways, ancient Indian shell mounds will add to your outdoor adventures. Home to many artists, authors, song writers and poets. Enjoy shopping in our fine art galleries and specialty shops. Dine in one of our wonderful fresh seafood restaurants, and stay in our charming accommodations. Continue to explore our website for detailed information about our unique Island and the businesses that will make you want to stay.
PINE ISLAND EVENTS
YEAR-ROUND FUN FOR EVERYONE
Whether you are visiting Pine Island or are one of our fortunate residents, there is always plenty of things to do to fill your days and evenings. Visit us online for information on upcoming events, or stop by and see us.
Welcome Center:
10530 Stringfellow Road Unit 3
Bokeelia FL 33922
EMAIL
info@pineislandchamber.org
PHONE
239-283-0888
Greater Pine Island Chamber of Commerce
10530 SW Pine Island RdGREETINGS FROM PINE ISLAND
COME FOR A DAY, YOU WILL WANT TO STAY
Greater Pine Island Chamber of Commerce is proud to represent over 100 businesses in our little corner of paradise; and would like to introduce you to our island and the businesses that call it home. Pine Island is the largest island (18 miles long, 2 miles wide with five unique communities) off Florida’s Southwestern Gulf coast. We’re just 15 minutes from Cape Coral and 30 minutes from Fort Myers, but our secluded, small-town atmosphere is a world apart! Surrounded by mangroves, three aquatic preserves, acres of palms, tropical plants, and fruit groves; we have escaped the cement and skyscraper development so predominant on other Florida islands.
The waters of Pine Island Sound provide not only some of the finest fishing in Florida, but are a haven for birdwatchers and nature lovers. Hiking trails, kayak and canoe waterways, ancient Indian shell mounds will add to your outdoor adventures. Home to many artists, authors, song writers and poets. Enjoy shopping in our fine art galleries and specialty shops. Dine in one of our wonderful fresh seafood restaurants, and stay in our charming accommodations. Continue to explore our website for detailed information about our unique Island and the businesses that will make you want to stay.
PINE ISLAND EVENTS
YEAR-ROUND FUN FOR EVERYONE
Whether you are visiting Pine Island or are one of our fortunate residents, there is always plenty of things to do to fill your days and evenings. Visit us online for information on upcoming events, or stop by and see us.
Welcome Center:
10530 Stringfellow Road Unit 3
Bokeelia FL 33922
EMAIL
info@pineislandchamber.org
PHONE
239-283-0888
Explore the Beauty of the Sea with Exclusive Private Boat Tours!
Are you ready to embark on a one-of-a-kind adventure with your closest family and friends? At Funshine Island Services LLC, we offer private boat tours for a maximum of 6 passengers, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience.
*Unforgettable Sightseeing and Shelling Trips to Cayo Costa Island
*Dolphin and Manatee Encounters
*Delightful Lunch Trips to Cabbage Key Restaurant
*Sandbar Hopping and Family Fishing
*Marine Wildlife Exploring
*After-Hours Water Taxi Services to North Captiva Island
"At Funshine Island Services LLC, we are committed to providing you with an unforgettable and immersive experience, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Get in touch with us to book your private boat tour and embark on an extraordinary journey of discovery and relaxation."
Ph.239.994.2021
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Sunday
7am – 9 pm
Located at:
Starboard Dr
Bokeelia, FL 33922
FunShine Island Services LLC
Explore the Beauty of the Sea with Exclusive Private Boat Tours!
Are you ready to embark on a one-of-a-kind adventure with your closest family and friends? At Funshine Island Services LLC, we offer private boat tours for a maximum of 6 passengers, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience.
*Unforgettable Sightseeing and Shelling Trips to Cayo Costa Island
*Dolphin and Manatee Encounters
*Delightful Lunch Trips to Cabbage Key Restaurant
*Sandbar Hopping and Family Fishing
*Marine Wildlife Exploring
*After-Hours Water Taxi Services to North Captiva Island
"At Funshine Island Services LLC, we are committed to providing you with an unforgettable and immersive experience, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Get in touch with us to book your private boat tour and embark on an extraordinary journey of discovery and relaxation."
Ph.239.994.2021
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Sunday
7am – 9 pm
Located at:
Starboard Dr
Bokeelia, FL 33922
Guided Tours
"Pine Island Kayaks consists of two businesses, Apex Aqua Adventures & Pine Island Pedal Kayaks, working together to bring you an amazing kayaking experience. Located in St. James City, Florida, on a small island in the Gulf of Mexico, you can have a close encounter experience with wildlife such as manatees & dolphins."
"Both pedal & paddle kayaks available at Pine Island Kayaks/Apex Aqua Adventures. Other rentals, including but not limited to, bikes & golf carts."
3339 Stringfellow Rd., St. James City
Ph:239.233.3730
Pine Island Kayaks
Guided Tours
"Pine Island Kayaks consists of two businesses, Apex Aqua Adventures & Pine Island Pedal Kayaks, working together to bring you an amazing kayaking experience. Located in St. James City, Florida, on a small island in the Gulf of Mexico, you can have a close encounter experience with wildlife such as manatees & dolphins."
"Both pedal & paddle kayaks available at Pine Island Kayaks/Apex Aqua Adventures. Other rentals, including but not limited to, bikes & golf carts."
3339 Stringfellow Rd., St. James City
Ph:239.233.3730
"Gulf coast premier tour boat operator. Dolphin watching, sightseeing, shelling, island lunch, booze cruise, island hopping, and sunset cruises. Featuring trips to Cabbage Key, Hughes, Fort Myers, Sanibel, Captiva, and North Captiva.
Ph:239.269.3995
Gulf Coast Aqua Adventures LLC
"Gulf coast premier tour boat operator. Dolphin watching, sightseeing, shelling, island lunch, booze cruise, island hopping, and sunset cruises. Featuring trips to Cabbage Key, Hughes, Fort Myers, Sanibel, Captiva, and North Captiva.
Ph:239.269.3995
Master Captain Emily LoCicero welcomes you aboard Emmy Girl to experience sightseeing, island hopping, nature, and wildlife tours. Explore the remote outer islands of North Captiva, Cabbage Key, Cayo Costa, Useppa, and Boca Grande. Private water taxi service is also available for vacation rentals on North Captiva, Cayo Costa, Cabbage Key, and Useppa. 16501 Stringfellow Rd., Bokeelia
Ph:239.4624073
Emmy Girl Charters
Master Captain Emily LoCicero welcomes you aboard Emmy Girl to experience sightseeing, island hopping, nature, and wildlife tours. Explore the remote outer islands of North Captiva, Cabbage Key, Cayo Costa, Useppa, and Boca Grande. Private water taxi service is also available for vacation rentals on North Captiva, Cayo Costa, Cabbage Key, and Useppa. 16501 Stringfellow Rd., Bokeelia
Ph:239.4624073
The Museum of the Islands was dedicated on Sunday, February 4, 1990, with a ribbon cutting ceremony. After five years of planning, scavenging and hard work, the museum opened its doors to the public.
Since that day, the Museum of the Islands has evolved and grown as new exhibits and pieces are found or donated. The search goes on though. There is much to find on this rural island of fishing villages and early history of its people.
Today, Museum of the Islands is a major feature for visitors, tourists, winter residents and their guests as well as native Pine Islanders who love their past.
Exclusive Calusa exhibit, antique pioneer tools, shells, museum gift shop. Display cases offer a glimpse of Pine Island's past. Guided tours available by appointment.
Museum of The Islands
5728 Sesame Dr, Bokeelia, FL 33922
Phone: 239-283-1525
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Museum of the Islands
5728 Sesame DrThe Museum of the Islands was dedicated on Sunday, February 4, 1990, with a ribbon cutting ceremony. After five years of planning, scavenging and hard work, the museum opened its doors to the public.
Since that day, the Museum of the Islands has evolved and grown as new exhibits and pieces are found or donated. The search goes on though. There is much to find on this rural island of fishing villages and early history of its people.
Today, Museum of the Islands is a major feature for visitors, tourists, winter residents and their guests as well as native Pine Islanders who love their past.
Exclusive Calusa exhibit, antique pioneer tools, shells, museum gift shop. Display cases offer a glimpse of Pine Island's past. Guided tours available by appointment.
Museum of The Islands
5728 Sesame Dr, Bokeelia, FL 33922
Phone: 239-283-1525
"Explore Bokeelia, St. James City, Matlacha, and everything in between on one of our awesome rental bikes! From electric bikes, to cruisers, to multi-speed bicycles, we've got you covered."
Sales Service Rentals
10731 Stringfellow Rd., Bokeelia
Ph:239.560.0320
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Pine Island Cycles
10731 Stringfellow Rd"Explore Bokeelia, St. James City, Matlacha, and everything in between on one of our awesome rental bikes! From electric bikes, to cruisers, to multi-speed bicycles, we've got you covered."
Sales Service Rentals
10731 Stringfellow Rd., Bokeelia
Ph:239.560.0320
Food scene
Our Four Star restaurant is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. For your convenience, we are presenting the Lunch, Dinner, Kids, Wine, Bar, and Special Occasions menus.
We are very proud of our exquisite restaurant and full liquor lounge, tucked within our 1926 lodge building. Please note that we are constantly adding specials to reflect the catch of the day and other market-dependent delicacies.
Enjoy fine dining with a beautiful water view sunset
Reservations always appreciated:
Tarpon Lodge Restaurant
13771 Waterfront Dr Building 1, Ground Floor
Bokeelia, FL 33922
(239) 283-3999
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Tarpon Lodge Restaurant
13771 Waterfront DrOur Four Star restaurant is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. For your convenience, we are presenting the Lunch, Dinner, Kids, Wine, Bar, and Special Occasions menus.
We are very proud of our exquisite restaurant and full liquor lounge, tucked within our 1926 lodge building. Please note that we are constantly adding specials to reflect the catch of the day and other market-dependent delicacies.
Enjoy fine dining with a beautiful water view sunset
Reservations always appreciated:
Tarpon Lodge Restaurant
13771 Waterfront Dr Building 1, Ground Floor
Bokeelia, FL 33922
(239) 283-3999
By Land:
Follow Stringfellow Rd until it becomes Oleander St then keep going all the way to the end of the Island, we are at Mile marker ‘0’
By Water:
Just off the Intra Coastal Waterway at Channel Marker 12. Take a 290 degree course heading into Henley canal
16 BOATDOCKS AVAILABLE FOR CUSTOMER USE
HOURS
OPEN 7 DAYS
SUN- WED 11AM - 8PM
THUR - SAT 11am - 9PM
2131 OLEANDER ST.
ST. JAMES CITY, FL 33956
Ph:239.283.0592
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The Waterfront Restaurant & Marina
2131 Oleander StBy Land:
Follow Stringfellow Rd until it becomes Oleander St then keep going all the way to the end of the Island, we are at Mile marker ‘0’
By Water:
Just off the Intra Coastal Waterway at Channel Marker 12. Take a 290 degree course heading into Henley canal
16 BOATDOCKS AVAILABLE FOR CUSTOMER USE
HOURS
OPEN 7 DAYS
SUN- WED 11AM - 8PM
THUR - SAT 11am - 9PM
2131 OLEANDER ST.
ST. JAMES CITY, FL 33956
Ph:239.283.0592
For a fun day-trip, visit the Cabbage Key Inn and Restaurant for lunch on Cabbage Key!
"The restaurant’s main claim to fame is that it is reportedly the inspiration for late Jimmy Buffet’s song ‘Cheeseburger In Paradise’, although this is just a rumour. The walls and ceiling of the restaurant inside are overloaded with one dollar bills; each customer can write on a bill with a marker pen and stick it to the wall to make their mark."
"As well as the cheeseburger, there are plenty of fresh seafood offerings such as shrimp and crab claws, and beans, rice, salad and strong cocktails. It has a very laid-back demeanour and stunning ocean views, the perfect relaxing day trip."
"Located in the Old House, the Open-Air restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner 365 days a year. Join us for your next meal or visit our sister resort, Tarpon Lodge, a historic Old-Florida resort located on Pine Island."
For reservations:
Ph:239.283.2278
Channel Marker 60
Latitude N 26º 39' 24.162" Longitude W 82º 13' 20.635"
(Contact information for transportation providers to Cabbage Key is contained in the guidebook.)
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Cabbage Key Inn and Restaurant
For a fun day-trip, visit the Cabbage Key Inn and Restaurant for lunch on Cabbage Key!
"The restaurant’s main claim to fame is that it is reportedly the inspiration for late Jimmy Buffet’s song ‘Cheeseburger In Paradise’, although this is just a rumour. The walls and ceiling of the restaurant inside are overloaded with one dollar bills; each customer can write on a bill with a marker pen and stick it to the wall to make their mark."
"As well as the cheeseburger, there are plenty of fresh seafood offerings such as shrimp and crab claws, and beans, rice, salad and strong cocktails. It has a very laid-back demeanour and stunning ocean views, the perfect relaxing day trip."
"Located in the Old House, the Open-Air restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner 365 days a year. Join us for your next meal or visit our sister resort, Tarpon Lodge, a historic Old-Florida resort located on Pine Island."
For reservations:
Ph:239.283.2278
Channel Marker 60
Latitude N 26º 39' 24.162" Longitude W 82º 13' 20.635"
(Contact information for transportation providers to Cabbage Key is contained in the guidebook.)
Low Key Tiki is the perfect place for delicious american. We provide a high quality food made to perfection, try our chicken for yourself. Come in and experience our unmatched service and food at local bar/waterfront restaurant. Even locals feel like they’re on vacation when visiting this very casual, all-are-welcome kind of place.
Phone: (239) 282-8464
Low Key Tiki @ Mile Marker 1
3135 Stringfellow Rd
Saint James City, FL
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Low Key Tiki
3135 Stringfellow RdLow Key Tiki is the perfect place for delicious american. We provide a high quality food made to perfection, try our chicken for yourself. Come in and experience our unmatched service and food at local bar/waterfront restaurant. Even locals feel like they’re on vacation when visiting this very casual, all-are-welcome kind of place.
Phone: (239) 282-8464
Low Key Tiki @ Mile Marker 1
3135 Stringfellow Rd
Saint James City, FL
Restaurant/bar with a fun atmosphere, good food, and awesome burgers. Live music at times and also has a few pool tables inside. Great local hangout! 3620 Stringfellow Road, St. James City, FL. Phone:(239) 283-3773
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Froggy's
3620 Stringfellow RdRestaurant/bar with a fun atmosphere, good food, and awesome burgers. Live music at times and also has a few pool tables inside. Great local hangout! 3620 Stringfellow Road, St. James City, FL. Phone:(239) 283-3773
Down-to-earth, waterfront restaurant furnishing Italian & American meals, plus regular live music.
3930 Pine Island Rd
Matlacha, FL
Website: micelis-italian . com
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Miceli's Restaurant
3930 Pine Island RdDown-to-earth, waterfront restaurant furnishing Italian & American meals, plus regular live music.
3930 Pine Island Rd
Matlacha, FL
Website: micelis-italian . com
The Lazy Flamingo ideology is brought to life in each unique location where a quirky mix of decor, mismatched chairs, custom art, and reclaimed wood all coalesce as if it was meant to be. No doubt, there is no place quite like Lazy Flamingo. Sail or drive into our Bokeelia Island location; with great dock spaces, you can enjoy your day on the water and stop in for a fresh seafood lunch or dinner. Either by land or sea, our restaurant won’t disappoint. We are on Stringfellow road, on the last stop before the bridge. Enjoy a cold beer at our bar or lounge in an atmosphere that is rustic and timeless. Locals enjoy favorites like our conch chowder and conch fritters, both made in house daily. Savor a taste of island life and stop on in, ask about our smoked fish dip.
16501-B Stringfellow Rd
Bokeelia, FL 33922
239*283*5959
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Lazy Flamingo 3
Stringfellow RoadThe Lazy Flamingo ideology is brought to life in each unique location where a quirky mix of decor, mismatched chairs, custom art, and reclaimed wood all coalesce as if it was meant to be. No doubt, there is no place quite like Lazy Flamingo. Sail or drive into our Bokeelia Island location; with great dock spaces, you can enjoy your day on the water and stop in for a fresh seafood lunch or dinner. Either by land or sea, our restaurant won’t disappoint. We are on Stringfellow road, on the last stop before the bridge. Enjoy a cold beer at our bar or lounge in an atmosphere that is rustic and timeless. Locals enjoy favorites like our conch chowder and conch fritters, both made in house daily. Savor a taste of island life and stop on in, ask about our smoked fish dip.
16501-B Stringfellow Rd
Bokeelia, FL 33922
239*283*5959
Capt'n Con's Fish House is housed in an old-style wooded building dating back to the 1920's. Featuring a small bar (beer and wine only), casual indoor dinning and outside seating overlooking the pristine waters of Charlotte Harbor and the Bokeelia Fishing Pier. Since 1995 local's and visitors to the island have made Capt'n Con's Fish House their destination for spectacular sunsets while enjoying a down to home meal. On our screened porch and inside the Gift Shop you can browse items from our Local Island Crafter's and Artisans.
CUISINES
American, Seafood, Soups
Burgers & cocktails served in a shabby-chic waterfront diner with sunset views.
MEALS
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
FEATURES
Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Waterfront
8421 Main St, Bokeelia, FL
Ph. 239*283*4300
32 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Capt'n Con's Fish House
8421 Main St
Capt'n Con's Fish House is housed in an old-style wooded building dating back to the 1920's. Featuring a small bar (beer and wine only), casual indoor dinning and outside seating overlooking the pristine waters of Charlotte Harbor and the Bokeelia Fishing Pier. Since 1995 local's and visitors to the island have made Capt'n Con's Fish House their destination for spectacular sunsets while enjoying a down to home meal. On our screened porch and inside the Gift Shop you can browse items from our Local Island Crafter's and Artisans.
CUISINES
American, Seafood, Soups
Burgers & cocktails served in a shabby-chic waterfront diner with sunset views.
MEALS
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
FEATURES
Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Waterfront
8421 Main St, Bokeelia, FL
Ph. 239*283*4300
From THAT BBQ PLACE
"Americas only true traditional cooking. Just meat, salt, pepper and slow smoked over hot oak for delicious tender taste. We are the only restaurant in sw Florida that serves plate beef ribs daily! So good they will melt in your mouth and you will taste them for hours afterwards! We offer meatloaf like you’ve never tasted before !as well as true Texas style brisket smoked low and slow for 14 hours! We offer true smoked meats . We use 100% wood fired , offset smokers maned through out the cooking process!"
Address: 4590 Pine Island Rd Matlacha, FL 33933, Phone: (239) 312-8557
THAT BBQ PLACE
4590 Pine Island RoadFrom THAT BBQ PLACE
"Americas only true traditional cooking. Just meat, salt, pepper and slow smoked over hot oak for delicious tender taste. We are the only restaurant in sw Florida that serves plate beef ribs daily! So good they will melt in your mouth and you will taste them for hours afterwards! We offer meatloaf like you’ve never tasted before !as well as true Texas style brisket smoked low and slow for 14 hours! We offer true smoked meats . We use 100% wood fired , offset smokers maned through out the cooking process!"
Address: 4590 Pine Island Rd Matlacha, FL 33933, Phone: (239) 312-8557
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, casual dining. Tacos, fajitas, burgers, steak, build-a-pizza, fresh desserts, and children’s menu.
10880 Stringfellow Rd.
Bokeelia, FL
Ph: 239*558*5577
The Eagle's Nest Restaurant
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, casual dining. Tacos, fajitas, burgers, steak, build-a-pizza, fresh desserts, and children’s menu.
10880 Stringfellow Rd.
Bokeelia, FL
Ph: 239*558*5577
Pizza, Stromboli, calzones, subs, wings, salads, beer/wine. Dine-in or carry out.
5465 Pine Island Rd NW
Bokeelia, FL
Phone: 239*283*7992
9 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Pine Island Pizza
5465 Pine Island RdPizza, Stromboli, calzones, subs, wings, salads, beer/wine. Dine-in or carry out.
5465 Pine Island Rd NW
Bokeelia, FL
Phone: 239*283*7992
Domino's Pizza
9860 Stringfellow Rd
St James City
Winn-Dixie Plaza
Ph: 239*283*8030
Upbeat watering hole featuring American grub, seafood, beer & wine, plus a back patio on the water.
4597 Pine Island Rd, Matlacha, FL 33993, Ph. 239*558*4970
87 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Blue Dog Bar & Grill
4597 Pine Island RdUpbeat watering hole featuring American grub, seafood, beer & wine, plus a back patio on the water.
4597 Pine Island Rd, Matlacha, FL 33993, Ph. 239*558*4970
China Garden III
9846 Stringfellow Rd9846 Stringfellow  Rd
St James City
Winn-Dixie Plaza
Ph: 239*283*8891
The only roaster of coffee in Matlacha, known for their omelettes, and for being a favorite breakfast place for both locals and visitors alike. Full breakfast menu. Low-key cafe serving a menu of coffee, breakfast, & sandwiches in colorful surroundings. Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options, 4548 Pine Island Road NW, Matlacha, FL -
Ph. 239*283*4447
56 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Perfect Cup
4548 Pine Island RdThe only roaster of coffee in Matlacha, known for their omelettes, and for being a favorite breakfast place for both locals and visitors alike. Full breakfast menu. Low-key cafe serving a menu of coffee, breakfast, & sandwiches in colorful surroundings. Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options, 4548 Pine Island Road NW, Matlacha, FL -
Ph. 239*283*4447
Pine Island Getaway Cafe, St. James City. The shop, run by French brothers, serves classic French pastries, sweet and savory.
The bakery features savory and sweet dishes that change daily, except for the bacon and egg breakfast baguette, the one constant. Some of the most popular pastries include the chocolate eclairs, fruit tarts (strawberry, raspberry and lemon), croissants and turnovers (apricot and raspberry).
5281 Doug Taylor Circle, Saint James City, FL,
Ph. 239*283*3602
8 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Pine Island Getaway Cafe LLC
5281 Doug Taylor CirPine Island Getaway Cafe, St. James City. The shop, run by French brothers, serves classic French pastries, sweet and savory.
The bakery features savory and sweet dishes that change daily, except for the bacon and egg breakfast baguette, the one constant. Some of the most popular pastries include the chocolate eclairs, fruit tarts (strawberry, raspberry and lemon), croissants and turnovers (apricot and raspberry).
5281 Doug Taylor Circle, Saint James City, FL,
Ph. 239*283*3602
“Our Fudge is Made Fresh right In-House. At CW Fudge Factory you will find Delicious Treats, Truffles, Candies, Popcorn, Gifts and more. Thank you for taking the time to view our creative creations.”
Open Everyday
10 AM. til 7 PM.
4548 Pine Island Road,
Matlacha, Florida
Ph. 239*283*9911
9 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Cw Fudge Factory LLC
4548 Pine Island Rd“Our Fudge is Made Fresh right In-House. At CW Fudge Factory you will find Delicious Treats, Truffles, Candies, Popcorn, Gifts and more. Thank you for taking the time to view our creative creations.”
Open Everyday
10 AM. til 7 PM.
4548 Pine Island Road,
Matlacha, Florida
Ph. 239*283*9911
Located in: Cw Fudge Factory
4548 Pine Island Road 
Matlacha, FL 33993
Ph. 239*283*9911
20 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Great Licks Ice Cream Shop
4548 Pine Island RdLocated in: Cw Fudge Factory
4548 Pine Island Road 
Matlacha, FL 33993
Ph. 239*283*9911
16498 Tortuga Street, Bokeelia
Ph.239.283.3331
Featuring fresh seafood right off the boat!
Plus:
LIVE BAIT
GAS & DIESEL
ICE & TACKLE
Jug Creek Marina and Fish House
16498 Tortuga Street, Bokeelia
Ph.239.283.3331
Featuring fresh seafood right off the boat!
Plus:
LIVE BAIT
GAS & DIESEL
ICE & TACKLE
Great food, fun atmosphere, and featuring live music! Please call or visit Street Eatz and Ale on FB for specials and more information.
5508 Avenue A, Bokeelia
Ph:239.312.4689
Street Eatz & Ale
Great food, fun atmosphere, and featuring live music! Please call or visit Street Eatz and Ale on FB for specials and more information.
5508 Avenue A, Bokeelia
Ph:239.312.4689
"We're Salty Girls Island Café, and we've been a premier café in Bokeelia, FL, since 2023. We're here for you whether you're looking for a quick weekend breakfast, a nice cup of coffee, or a place to enjoy lunch with friends. We're looking forward to partnering with Boca Grande, Cape Coral, and Punta Gorda consumers to continue to offer a premier café experience. We'd like to personally invite you to stop by, today!"
10700 Stringfellow Rd., Bokeelia
Ph:239.558.4912
Salty Girls Island Café
"We're Salty Girls Island Café, and we've been a premier café in Bokeelia, FL, since 2023. We're here for you whether you're looking for a quick weekend breakfast, a nice cup of coffee, or a place to enjoy lunch with friends. We're looking forward to partnering with Boca Grande, Cape Coral, and Punta Gorda consumers to continue to offer a premier café experience. We'd like to personally invite you to stop by, today!"
10700 Stringfellow Rd., Bokeelia
Ph:239.558.4912
Featuring TexMex, beer bar, and cocktail bar
3421 Stringfellow Rd., St. James City
Ph:239.966.4064
Marker 3 Coastal Cantina
Featuring TexMex, beer bar, and cocktail bar
3421 Stringfellow Rd., St. James City
Ph:239.966.4064
**This establishment is now Phuzzy's Boat Shack**
Appetizers, raw bar, fresh seafood, signature salads, sandwiches, and burgers. Happy hour specials, live music, waterfront dining, and casual atmosphere with beautiful canal views.
Address: 3051 Stringfellow Rd, St James City, FL 33956
Ph:239.283.5555
51 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Woody's Waterside Island Bar & Grill
3051 Stringfellow Rd**This establishment is now Phuzzy's Boat Shack**
Appetizers, raw bar, fresh seafood, signature salads, sandwiches, and burgers. Happy hour specials, live music, waterfront dining, and casual atmosphere with beautiful canal views.
Address: 3051 Stringfellow Rd, St James City, FL 33956
Ph:239.283.5555
Supermarket/food store.
5100 Pine Island Rd
Bokeelia, FL
Ph: 239*558*6088
Publix Super Market at Calusa Cay
Supermarket/food store.
5100 Pine Island Rd
Bokeelia, FL
Ph: 239*558*6088
Well hello, Winn-Dixie! Take a Fresh look at Winn-Dixie, the newly remodeled and updated store in St. James City, from the food we bring you to the store you shop in. Save more at Winn-Dixie with our Winning deals & our totally rewarding rewards program. Winn more at Winn-Dixie with those little Winns that make everyday life a little easier. Refreshing stores, Winning savings. Winn-Dixie, it's a Winn Win!
Address: 9864 Stringfellow Rd., St. James City, FL
Phone: (239) 283-4404
34 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Winn-Dixie
9864 Stringfellow RdWell hello, Winn-Dixie! Take a Fresh look at Winn-Dixie, the newly remodeled and updated store in St. James City, from the food we bring you to the store you shop in. Save more at Winn-Dixie with our Winning deals & our totally rewarding rewards program. Winn more at Winn-Dixie with those little Winns that make everyday life a little easier. Refreshing stores, Winning savings. Winn-Dixie, it's a Winn Win!
Address: 9864 Stringfellow Rd., St. James City, FL
Phone: (239) 283-4404
Other
Farm fresh eggs available daily at $5 per dozen. Located a mile from Winn-Dixie in St. James City. Please call or text to schedule pickup at: Ph:239.292.0697.
Lucky Falcor Stables Inc.
Farm fresh eggs available daily at $5 per dozen. Located a mile from Winn-Dixie in St. James City. Please call or text to schedule pickup at: Ph:239.292.0697.
Offering Massage, Body Wrap, Facials, Reiki, Chemical Peel, Microdermabrasion, Hydrodermabrasion, Fibroblast Plasma Pen, Microblading, Permanent Lip Makeup, Brows
5503 Pine Isand Rd NW, Bokeelia
Ph:407.367.8765
Blue Day Spa Inc.
5503 Pine Island RdOffering Massage, Body Wrap, Facials, Reiki, Chemical Peel, Microdermabrasion, Hydrodermabrasion, Fibroblast Plasma Pen, Microblading, Permanent Lip Makeup, Brows
5503 Pine Isand Rd NW, Bokeelia
Ph:407.367.8765
Pamela McCarty Massage Therapist
Massage Therapist
Looking for Tropical Fruit Products? Stop in at Pine Island Tropicals. Momma Donna makes Fruit Breads, Jams, Chutney, Mango BBQ sauce, Pickled Products, Fresh Eggs and Fruitscapes has Fresh Fruit as well. 9-4. Closed Sunday and Wednesday.
12870 Stringfellow Rd., Bokeelia
Ph:239.283.4874
Pine Island Tropical Fruit Market
12870 Stringfellow RdLooking for Tropical Fruit Products? Stop in at Pine Island Tropicals. Momma Donna makes Fruit Breads, Jams, Chutney, Mango BBQ sauce, Pickled Products, Fresh Eggs and Fruitscapes has Fresh Fruit as well. 9-4. Closed Sunday and Wednesday.
12870 Stringfellow Rd., Bokeelia
Ph:239.283.4874
"At the grove we have local honey, 5 varieties, mango jam-3 varieties, mango salsa, mango chutney and mango butter, fresh produce, cold drinks and snacks, Pennsylvania Bluestone artwork and statuary, nursery plants, cute baby goats to visit, as well as our other friendly critters. Relaxed place to stop by, hang out, have a snack and chill for a while. Fresh mangoes available in season mid May through mid August. We are open Thurs -Sun 10 am to 5pm."
7127 Pineland Rd., Bokeelia
Ph:941.402.1503
Promised Land Mangoes
7127 Pineland Rd"At the grove we have local honey, 5 varieties, mango jam-3 varieties, mango salsa, mango chutney and mango butter, fresh produce, cold drinks and snacks, Pennsylvania Bluestone artwork and statuary, nursery plants, cute baby goats to visit, as well as our other friendly critters. Relaxed place to stop by, hang out, have a snack and chill for a while. Fresh mangoes available in season mid May through mid August. We are open Thurs -Sun 10 am to 5pm."
7127 Pineland Rd., Bokeelia
Ph:941.402.1503
"Patch of Paradise is a small boutique farm focused on natural and organic farming practices."
"Growing naturally and organically means our products will never look 100% perfect like what you see at the grocery store, the benefit is you can see where your food is grown locally and how it has been taken care of."
12303 Cristi Way, Bokeelia
Ph:239.841.2714
Patch of Paradise
"Patch of Paradise is a small boutique farm focused on natural and organic farming practices."
"Growing naturally and organically means our products will never look 100% perfect like what you see at the grocery store, the benefit is you can see where your food is grown locally and how it has been taken care of."
12303 Cristi Way, Bokeelia
Ph:239.841.2714
Custom upholstery, sewing services, finished pieces, and home decor.
5101 Pine Island Rd NW, Bokeelia
Material Green
Custom upholstery, sewing services, finished pieces, and home decor.
5101 Pine Island Rd NW, Bokeelia
Bakery*Artisan Cakes and Sweet Delights for Weddings, Birthdays, and Other celebrations * 12570 Aubrey Lane, Bokeelia Ph:239.223.9891
Crocus Kek LLC
Bakery*Artisan Cakes and Sweet Delights for Weddings, Birthdays, and Other celebrations * 12570 Aubrey Lane, Bokeelia Ph:239.223.9891
Adopting the unadoptable. Providing abandoned and unwanted pets a second chance. Stop by for some animal snuggles!
10060 Mallory Pkwy, St. James City
Ph:239.283.9100
Helping Paws Animal Sanctuary
Adopting the unadoptable. Providing abandoned and unwanted pets a second chance. Stop by for some animal snuggles!
10060 Mallory Pkwy, St. James City
Ph:239.283.9100
"Full service bait and tackle shop. With over 3000 rods and reels in stock, we are "The biggest little tackle shop in SWFL"."
3339 Stringfellow Rd., St. James City
Ph:239.558.4524
6 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Pine island bait and tackle (boat Rentals)
3339 Stringfellow Rd"Full service bait and tackle shop. With over 3000 rods and reels in stock, we are "The biggest little tackle shop in SWFL"."
3339 Stringfellow Rd., St. James City
Ph:239.558.4524
THE DEN
The Bear's Den Apothecary is the culmination of a 13 year old boys dream followed by 30 years of legal persecution. It all started the first time I smoked a joint. It was freshman year of high school and I was walking home on the train tracks with my buddy Tony. I felt a little stoned, but once I got home, I quickly fell asleep on the couch.
From there, it quickly grew into an obsession with the marijuana counterculture. I was buying all the High Times Magazines I could find and sneaking into Head Shops underage. I will never forget the first time I walked into a Head Shop. It was called The Inner Eye ad it was in Montclair, NJ. The front windows were all blacked out and you had to be buzzed in to enter. I hadn't even been inside yet, but it was already the coolest place 13 year old me had ever been. Once inside, the smell of Nag Champa incense and the glow of blacklight sensitive posters were the first things I noticed. My eyes adjusted to the dark and I was surrounded by pipes, bongs, and all kinds of weed merchandise. At that moment, the vibe took over and I knew I was home. I knew I wanted to open a shop like that one day.
Now fast forward to the 22 year old version of me. At this point I had racked up a few felony charges for selling pot. I got sent away as part of the NJ Drug Court program. Before it was completed, I got in trouble again and was now facing 12 years in prison. I took off for Florida and looked over my shoulder for 12 years, missing much of the family experiences and not being there for my younger brother and sister growing up. After I got that situation taken care of, that wasn’t the end of it. Since living in Florida, I have had a few run ins with the law over marijuana.
Since moving to Florida, I have had a less than desirable legal experience. First, my house was illegally raided after a traffic stop. I didn’t have the money for a lawyer to fight it so the public defender left me hanging out to dry. I found out after the fact that I could have gotten the raid thrown away with a competent lawyer. I wound up with a felony possession charge and lost my driver’s license for 4.5 years.
The next incident got me sentenced to 60 days in jail for possession of 5 joints. My final run in came the Christmas after my father passed away in 2018. I had medical vapes without the printed sticker at the airport and they charged me with a felony. I wound up spending $12k on lawyers and court fines, and did a year of probation….for smoking weed….but I could still smoke because I was a medical patient. I basically got charged with a felony that cost me over $12k over an easily resolved paperwork issue. Even with a medical card, I was treated like a criminal.
With the coming of The Bear’s Den Apothecary, we are hoping that means we will be seeing less of the stigma and persecution that cannabis users dealt with for almost a century. We not only want to be your trusted source for the best quality products, but we also want to be there for you with advice and information. We are more than just a store. We are a community resource. Please feel free to stop in and introduce yourself.
5507 Pine Island Rd., Bokeelia
Ph:305.928.4372
The Bear's Den Apothecary
THE DEN
The Bear's Den Apothecary is the culmination of a 13 year old boys dream followed by 30 years of legal persecution. It all started the first time I smoked a joint. It was freshman year of high school and I was walking home on the train tracks with my buddy Tony. I felt a little stoned, but once I got home, I quickly fell asleep on the couch.
From there, it quickly grew into an obsession with the marijuana counterculture. I was buying all the High Times Magazines I could find and sneaking into Head Shops underage. I will never forget the first time I walked into a Head Shop. It was called The Inner Eye ad it was in Montclair, NJ. The front windows were all blacked out and you had to be buzzed in to enter. I hadn't even been inside yet, but it was already the coolest place 13 year old me had ever been. Once inside, the smell of Nag Champa incense and the glow of blacklight sensitive posters were the first things I noticed. My eyes adjusted to the dark and I was surrounded by pipes, bongs, and all kinds of weed merchandise. At that moment, the vibe took over and I knew I was home. I knew I wanted to open a shop like that one day.
Now fast forward to the 22 year old version of me. At this point I had racked up a few felony charges for selling pot. I got sent away as part of the NJ Drug Court program. Before it was completed, I got in trouble again and was now facing 12 years in prison. I took off for Florida and looked over my shoulder for 12 years, missing much of the family experiences and not being there for my younger brother and sister growing up. After I got that situation taken care of, that wasn’t the end of it. Since living in Florida, I have had a few run ins with the law over marijuana.
Since moving to Florida, I have had a less than desirable legal experience. First, my house was illegally raided after a traffic stop. I didn’t have the money for a lawyer to fight it so the public defender left me hanging out to dry. I found out after the fact that I could have gotten the raid thrown away with a competent lawyer. I wound up with a felony possession charge and lost my driver’s license for 4.5 years.
The next incident got me sentenced to 60 days in jail for possession of 5 joints. My final run in came the Christmas after my father passed away in 2018. I had medical vapes without the printed sticker at the airport and they charged me with a felony. I wound up spending $12k on lawyers and court fines, and did a year of probation….for smoking weed….but I could still smoke because I was a medical patient. I basically got charged with a felony that cost me over $12k over an easily resolved paperwork issue. Even with a medical card, I was treated like a criminal.
With the coming of The Bear’s Den Apothecary, we are hoping that means we will be seeing less of the stigma and persecution that cannabis users dealt with for almost a century. We not only want to be your trusted source for the best quality products, but we also want to be there for you with advice and information. We are more than just a store. We are a community resource. Please feel free to stop in and introduce yourself.
5507 Pine Island Rd., Bokeelia
Ph:305.928.4372
Payo sa lungsod
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Pine Island Boat Tours with Captain Jim
*Dolphin Tour With a Visit to Calusa Island Indian Shell Mounds*Pine Island Nature Tour*Shelling & Beach Tour*Fun Lunch at Cabbage Key*Shelling Adventure with Lunch Stop at Cabbage Key*Island Hopping*Sunset Cruise*Fishing Charters*Fishing Charters for Families
& Recreational Anglers Ph:603.345.4946
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Amplify'd Fishing
"Join us as we take you inshore fishing, shark fishing or on a beach and shelling expedition.
Half day (4 hours) - $400
3/4 day (6 hours) - $500
Full day (8 hours) - $600
Back bay inshore
Fly fishing
Shark fishing
Tarpon fishing (May-June) - add $100
Cayo Costa beach/shelling (4 hours) - $300
Trips to Cabbage Key can be added to any trip"
"Our Experts Guidence
We will make your fishing adventure one to remember with our experienced, local crew." 7433 Pomegranite Dr
Bokeelia, FL
Ph:410.570.5635
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Island Tours with Captain Randi
Cayo Costa boat tour*Cabbage Key boat tour*North Captiva boat tour*Boca Grande boat tour*Eco cruise*Custom charter *Ph:239.677.0207 Call or text
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Sweet Slice Services
Offers turn-key grocery delivery! Guests can enjoy arriving to their rental fully stocked with all the essentials.
Also offering charcuterie platters for a hassle-free travel day meal. Guests can unpack and unwind while grazing - without worrying what to cook or eat right on arrival. Ph:239.281.6510
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Little Big Beak Farm
Pop-up market * Also Featuring Goat Yoga* 12570 Aubrey Lane, Bokeelia Ph:239.223.9891
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Jay Black Tattoos
Tattoo and piercing shop in Bokeelia Ph:954.663.8919
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Adam's Animal Encounters
Exotic animal rescue Providing educational programming for birthdays, schools, camps, events, and other private functions. Private tours available at the facility. Call for more information or to set an appointment. Ph:239.674.6537
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Seaweed's Kayak Adventures
Kayak rentals, daily guided tours, and Sunset paddles. Also available: Stand Up Paddle Boards, Tandem Kayaks, and Fishing Kayaks. Located in Bokeelia. Ph:239.443.0244
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Captain Matt Mitchell SW Florida Fishing Charters 
Join Captain Matt Mitchell who has over 20 years of local fishing guide experience. Offering fishing offshore and near shore, sightseeing, and shelling. Ph:239.340.8651
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Sweet Floret Cakery
"Sweet Floret Cakery is a baking service serving all of Southwest Florida - specializing in cakes, cupcakes, cake pops and truffles. We seek to provide our clients with cakes that taste as wonderful as they look - with unique flavors, expert detail, and simple beauty." Ph:239.677.1985
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Old Salty Island Charters
Olde Salty Island Charters invites anglers to join them in this special piece of paradise. There's something for everyone to experience in this beautiful area of SW Florida. Join Captain Mark for Shark fishing (either morning or night), Inshore fishing in and around the Barrier Islands, and Coastal day charters. 2808 Sanibel Blvd., St. James City Ph:239.841.1313
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FishNChics
Shirts (short sleeve, long sleeve, sleeveless, golf), Hats, Caps, Visors, (all types to keep the sun out of your eyes and on the water!), Koosies (gotta keep your drinks cold!), Bottle Openers (for those who love imports), Floating Key Chains (for the clumsy boaters, better safe than sorry!), Stickers/Decals (helps you locate your vehicle and, it looks cool!), etc.
INTRODUCING... FishNDudes!
Cool bone fish shirts for fishing fellows! Offering the "Bad Bone Fish" design in long and short sleeve performance and short sleeve cotton.
2916 Eight Ave., St. James City Ph:407.399.2684
Bago ka umalis
Ferries and/or Charters
Island hopping is available to many of the outer islands in Pine Island Sound. This includes Boca Grande, Useppa, Cabbage Key, North Captiva, and Captiva. If you plan on visiting any of the other islands via ferry or private charter, reservations in advance are strongly recommended. Various charters and ferry services are available from Pine Island.
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Sunscreen
Please be sure to take precautions to protect your skin from the warm Florida sunshine. It feels so wonderful that at times our visitors forget how quickly they can crisp.
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Bug Spray
We live on a beautiful tropical Florida island! However, with that beauty it brings small biting gnats, and of course a slight increase of mosquitoes during rainy season summer months.