North Captiva Island (bayside access)
North Captiva Island · Lee County, Florida
Aerial view — parking & launch
Where it is
North Captiva Island, Lee County, FL
26.59330, -82.20580
Parking & access
Car-free barrier island reached only by boat/ferry; paddle from rental docks or Safe Harbor Pineland
About this spot
Sheltered interior bay waters, mangrove tunnels and shallow flats excellent for beginner SUP.
Know before you go
- • no public road access
- • open-water crossing to reach the island
- • shallow shoals/flats
- • wind exposure
Rentals, tours & lessons near here
Estero River Outfitters
SWFL's longtime paddle shop (since 1977): kayak/canoe/SUP rentals from the Estero River, tours, lessons, and a full store.
Gulf Coast Kayak
Since 1992: guided kayak/SUP eco-tours, lessons, fishing trips, and rentals through the Matlacha & Pine Island mangroves.
Independent local operators in this area. “Featured” means a paid placement. We may earn a referral fee from some links — see our disclosure.
This spot's exact coordinates are approximate — check the aerial view and directions before heading out.
Nearby launch points