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Getting Here

{What a drive from the cold north, the marina and all it's charms, jump on the water taxi, wow, it's literally "paradise found"
the challenge is what makes it such a secret destination! Peace at last, peace at last ~ R.T. Tranor
Guest of Driftin' Away and ghost writer of travel novels}

   Are you ready to be a true Islander? This is why LGI is most unique and why it's so special to us!

  1. There is no bridge to and from this private island. All access is either by private boat or water taxi.

  2. There are no roads, and therefore no cars, on the island, only a sandy cart path which allows you to traverse and explore the island by foot or a rented golf cart (reserve months ahead). The absence of street lights enhances the starry night sky which shines bright over LGI. Drive slowly and carefully, breathe it all in.

  3. Two Marinas (see below) connect us to the outside world and dry land!

  4. If you are looking for super busy, shopping, fast paced and eateries, this is not LGI! But for a busy person, couple or family looking to really relax, reconnect and spend quality time together, it will be just what you needed. Cherish this tiny island where the only roads are made of sand and the only road signs are nailed to a tree.

Welcome to Old Florida!

It all starts here, at Eldred’s Marina,  a “lifeline” from Little Gasparilla Island to the mainland for decades.

Family owned and operated, many fish stories told here and area advice if you care to sit a spell. Bait sold here.

Eldred’s is located at 6301 Boca Grande Causeway,

Rotonda West, FL 33947.

Park and launch your boat here, or jump aboard w/ Emmet's Pirate’s Water Taxi for a 10 minute ride to Dock 26.​

Come back for Sue's kindness & orchids and Freshly caught Stone Crabs.  (Marina status: sale pending)

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County Public Parking and Ramp Usage

Fee for parking cars and trailers, please see county website for all details of usage. 

Gasparilla Marina-+1 800-541-4441

Marine GAS available here & car parking

A Full-Service Marina with modern amenities for the avid boater, launch, gas, boat rentals and ship store.  Dry, wet and slip storage available. Rent a boat too!

Visit their extensive website for all they offer!
gasparillamarina.com

15001 Gasparilla Rd, Placida, FL 33946-2618

 

If you have a boat, visit Waterside Grill located next to G.Marina, head left of the gas docks.  Prime rib is smoked fresh daily and the seafood is caught nearby!

NO overnight or daily parking here, they will tow!

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Extra Eldred's info: LGI is located approximately 1.5 hours south of Sarasota and 1.5 hours north of Ft. Myers. You can fly into Sarasota, (SRQ) Ft Myers (RSW) and Punta Gorda (PGD). There are limo services from each airport if you opt not to rent a car. To get to the Island, you will need to park at Eldred’s Marina where you will catch the Pirate’s Water Taxi, which will bring you to the island. 941-697-5777. The Marina is located at 6301 Boca Grande Causeway, Placida. 941-697-1431 (The town ‘may’ come up as Rotonda West on GPS) Parking is 6.00/day. You will prepay for the week(s) and get a pass to put on your windshield before boarding the water taxi. To reserve the water taxi, call as early as one month ahead of time to reserve your spot on the boat as he only carries 6 at a time. Captain Emmett runs from 8-5PM, 7 days per week, 365 days a year. Try to schedule your arrival between 8- 5PM as his rates go up considerably before and after his normal business hours. Rates: 10.00 per person, each way with a 20.00 minimum. (One way for 2 people is 20.00) CASH ONLY. He will supply a receipt if requested.

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Jet-Setters:  5 minutes from the island we have a private jet airport known as Cape Coral Jet Park.  Let me know if you need more information :)

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