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
Paid Parking
Restrooms
Gallery
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
26.4806, -81.9638
Good to know
ADA Accessible
Free Parking
Paid 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