Bowman's Beach Park
Fee required
Parking available
Shelter
Wheelchair accessible
Drinking water
A popular, secluded Sanibel Island beach park on its western end, known for exceptional shelling, pristine sands, abundant wildlife, and family-friendly amenities, offering natural beauty and solitude.

πŸ“œ Sanibel Island beach park, known for natural beauty and seclusion.
πŸ” Ideal for shell seekers, nature lovers, and families.

Why Go

🐚 Exceptional shelling, especially after storms
🐬 Spot diverse wildlife like dolphins, manatees, and birds
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Expansive, unspoiled shores for long walks
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family-friendly amenities and calm, shallow waters

Why Avoid

πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Quarter-mile walk from parking to beach
⚠️ Ongoing hurricane recovery, caution for debris
β˜€οΈ Limited natural shade
🍽️ No restaurants on site

Tips

⏰ Go early for best shelling, especially after storms
β˜‚οΈ Bring an umbrella or tent for shade
🦟 Pack insect repellent near dunes

Cost

πŸ’° Parking $5.00 per hour, enforced 24/7.

Hours

πŸ•’ Park open Dawn to Dusk; parking 24/7.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

πŸ…ΏοΈ Paid parking $5.00/hour, enforced 24/7.
β™Ώ Free handicapped parking available.
πŸš— 222 spaces, including RV/kayak trailer.

🚻 Toilets

🚽 Restrooms, changing rooms, outside showers.
β™Ώ ADA Accessible facilities.
πŸ’§ Drinking fountains.

🧺 Amenities

🧺 Picnic areas and charcoal grills.
πŸ€Έβ€β™€οΈ Children's playground, shade pavilions.
πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Fitness trail, shell information kiosks.
πŸ›Ά Kayak launch.
🐾 Pet friendly, on-leash.
🎣 Fishing permitted.
🚲 Bike racks.