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Bunche Beach

San Carlos Bay - Bunche Beach Preserve

This natural beach located in Fort Myers near the Sanibel Causeway is popular for swimming, fishing and birdwatching. Kayak rentals and a paddlecraft launch are also available here. This beach is also excellent to watch the sunset over San Carlos Bay and Sanibel Island.

NOTE: Some images on this page were taken before Hurricane Ian and may not depict the current conditions of the beach park. Some amenities...

This natural beach located in Fort Myers near the Sanibel Causeway is popular for swimming, fishing and birdwatching. Kayak rentals and a paddlecraft launch are also available here. This beach is also excellent to watch the sunset over San Carlos Bay and Sanibel Island.

NOTE: Some images on this page were taken before Hurricane Ian and may not depict the current conditions of the beach park. Some amenities may not be available at this time.

Good to know

ADA Accessible

Free Parking

Restrooms

Amenities

Parking

$2/hour. Must use mobile payment system. After vehicle is parked, text BUNCHE to 25023 and follow instructions provided.

Annual Parking Sticker Accepted

Yes

Restrooms

Yes

Portable toilet

No

Picnic areas

Yes

Sheltered pavilion

No

Fishing

Yes

Paddlecraft launch/landing

Yes

Showers

No

Charcoal grills

No

Sand volleyball court

No

Hiking trails

No

Playground

No

Pet Friendly

No

Pier/Dock

Yes

Food/Concessions

No

ADA-accessible amenities

Designated disability parking; Mobi-Mat beach access; ADA-accessible restroom

Lifeguard on duty

No

Hours of Operation

Monday

Dawn to dusk

Tuesday

Dawn to dusk

Wednesday

Dawn to dusk

Thursday

Dawn to dusk

Friday

Dawn to dusk

Saturday

Dawn to dusk

Sunday

Dawn to dusk

Good to know

ADA Accessible

Free Parking

Restrooms

Hours of Operation

Monday

Dawn to dusk

Tuesday

Dawn to dusk

Wednesday

Dawn to dusk

Thursday

Dawn to dusk

Friday

Dawn to dusk

Saturday

Dawn to dusk

Sunday

Dawn to dusk

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