Quick Summary: Sanibel Island beaches are must-visit locations for anyone planning a trip to the Sunshine State, especially if you happen to be interested in shelling and would like to grab a few Floridian shells to take home with you. These beaches offer welcoming warm waters and soft sands, with an endless supply of shells to be examined and collected.


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Blind Pass Beach

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Turner Beach

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Lighthouse Beach

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Tarpon Beach

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Captiva Beach

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Causeway Beaches

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Gulfside City Park

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Bowman’s Beach

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Tarpon Bay Beach

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