Cayo Costa is an underdeveloped barrier island, just north
of North Captiva Island, on the Gulf Coast of Florida.
The whole island is seven miles long and about a mile wide.
The island is surrounded by beautiful turquoise/blue water and
has nearly 9.5 miles of pristine beaches, which are perfect for shelling,
swimming, snorkeling, and fishing, and sunbathing.
The 2,426 acre Cayo Costa State Park occupies most of the
island and has great trails for hiking.
The park is only accessible by private boat or ferry.
Ferry services:
Captiva Cruises - from locations on Captiva Island, Punta Gorda,
Boca Grande and Pine Island (This is the one we used. Very friendly crew, great trip!)
Lodging on the island consists of rustic cabins or tent sites. These can be reserved through the park. Reserve here.
There is a private home on the island, not owned by the park, for vacation rental
Facebook page: Cayo Costa Island Adventures
For something a little different, try the i Love Shelling
shelling cruise to the island with Pam Rambo. I have not been on one yet, but
it on my bucket list. I think it would be so much fun!
We loved our trip to this beautiful Island.We were on the short cruise that only allowed us on the island for 2 hours. I would recommend the full day cruise. Be sure and take a snorkel and a shell bag!
Happy Travels!