Little Gasparilla Island, a Gulf Coast treasure, is centered between Sarasota and Ft. Myers on Florida's West Coast and boasts some of the most beautiful, white sand beaches. There are seven miles of pristine beach to traverse as you walk from the South end of Little Gasparilla at Gasparilla Pass, 2 1/2 miles north, continuing past Don Pedro State Park and finally to the Northern tip at Palm Island and Stump Pass. You will enjoy outstanding shelling, sceninc nature and water views. Peaceful, uncrowded beaches allow plenty of room for the sunbather. Great Bayside fishing in Placida Harbor for Snook, Trout and Redfish is available and world famous Boca Grande Pass for Tarpon fishing is close at hand. Little Gasparilla Island is also a short drive from seven local golf courses.
Little Gasparilla Island is accessible by boat or water taxi. The island is predominantly single family homes with mostly part-time residents. Hideaway Bay Condominiums has 102 units and Placida Beach Club Condominiums has only 30; both have their own, exclusive ferry service. There are no formal commercial establishments on the island such as restaurants or grocery stores, but there is a Publix and . On Island travel is plenty of great restaurants adjacent to the island on the mainland. There are no paved roads on the island, only miles of sandy trails to hike or travel on via golf cart.
Little Gasparilla Island is the ideal, secluded hideaway for those seeking a respite from the hectic pace of the mainland and the hassles of everyday life. Escape to little Gasparilla Island, the "Bahama" Island in the US.
