Boca Grande is a village in Southwest Florida that most Floridians have never visited. The small town is at the end of the road, just like Key West and Cedar Key, but far less known. (id #1). The town "is a favorite among the rich and famous for good reason: It’s beautiful, unspoiled and preserves an Old Florida world that may be more attractive now than it was when it was a bustling phosphate-shipping center 100 years ago." (id #13).
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We travelled to Gaspariila Island to capture the sunset and see how the 'red tide' may have affected the the island and area. Well, the sunsets were awesome, but the beach was literally littered with dead fish of all breeds. As we walked, we could not step anywhere without touching all the washed ashore fish - including a 4 foot grouper. The air seemed toxic with red tide bacteria and decaying fish odors, it was all we could do to cover our nose and mouth, shoot a few photos and get off the beach. However, the area is beautiful and definitely a must return. We had lunch at South Beach Bar & Grill which was superb!
Photo Ops:
Dining recommendation: South Beach Bar & Grill
Resources:
Wiki ... Gasparilla Island ... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gasparilla_Island
Wiki - Boca Grande ... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boca_Grande,_Florida
Boca Grande ... www.florida-backroads-travel.com/boca-grande-florida.html
Old Florida Island ... https://www.floridarambler.com/florida-bike-hike-trails/boca-grande-island/
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We travelled to Gaspariila Island to capture the sunset and see how the 'red tide' may have affected the the island and area. Well, the sunsets were awesome, but the beach was literally littered with dead fish of all breeds. As we walked, we could not step anywhere without touching all the washed ashore fish - including a 4 foot grouper. The air seemed toxic with red tide bacteria and decaying fish odors, it was all we could do to cover our nose and mouth, shoot a few photos and get off the beach. However, the area is beautiful and definitely a must return. We had lunch at South Beach Bar & Grill which was superb!
Photo Ops:
- Guard station/Lighthouse
- Boca Grande lighthouse at night under lights
- Weathered pier
- Sunset from the beach
- Multi-colored beach chairs outside of South Beach Bar & Grill
Dining recommendation: South Beach Bar & Grill
Resources:
Wiki ... Gasparilla Island ... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gasparilla_Island
Wiki - Boca Grande ... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boca_Grande,_Florida
Boca Grande ... www.florida-backroads-travel.com/boca-grande-florida.html
Old Florida Island ... https://www.floridarambler.com/florida-bike-hike-trails/boca-grande-island/
