This state park lies on one of the last vacant Barrier Islands on Southwest coast of Florida. Beside a unique nearly 2 miles long beach, the varied landscape is important. A wooden blank was built on so that one can explore without bothering the natural life ..

The park homes the tortoises. Therefore, one finds during the summer months, many nests. Often, bird observers come and watch the different species of birds.

One will find approx. 350 parking lots. Showering stations and toilets as well as a handicap access to the beach are available. If you are planning a picnic, there are plenty of large picnic tables. The park fees amount to 4 dollars per day.

In a small kiosk, beach equipment is lent and drinks and snacks are sold. Kayaks could also be rent 

The entrance is by Bonita Beach Road. Shortly before the beach, one must turn left on Lely Boulevard. After the left, a guard’s house is there for the Lely housing. Nevertheless, this does not concern the beach entrance. After approx. 2 miles of journey through a residential area, one can reach the entrance to the state park.

There one finds a small center in which you can find information about the animal and plant life living in the park.

On the weekends, one can take part in a controlled excursion. A nature excursion guided by park rangers, who explain issues like types of mussels in the bay. A canoe trip along the Barrier Islands can also be taken.

The beach became famous in 2006 from Dr. Stephen Leatherman (also known as Dr. Beach), when he listed the beach under one of the top 10 best beaches in America.