J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge
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3842 Sanibel-Captiva Road
Sanibel Island, FL
33957
Phone:
239.472.1100
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Category: Nature Preserve
J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge Description:
Located on Sanibel Island, the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge is a 7,000-acre mangrove estuary, which is home to southwest Florida’s wildlife, including over 200 species of birds, alligators, raccoons and more. Here you can take a 5-mile drive through the refuge (by car, bike or foot). There are also a number of walking trails, as well as canoe trails. Guided tours are also available. At the Education Center, you’ll see displays providing information about the various wildlife you may encounter at the refuge. There is also an interactive area called The Discovery Room. Canoes, kayaks and bikes can be rented at the onsite Tarpon Bay Recreation Area. Guided tours are available, either by open-air tram or canoe.
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Sanibel and Captiva Islands
Sanibel Island is located straight west of the Southwest Florida International
Airport, running east-west into the Gulf of Mexico. This unique position results
in Sanibel being a top-shelling destination. Where Sanibel Island ends, Captiva
Island begins. Upscale Sanibel and Captiva Islands have a lush, tropical
ambiance. Here you’ll find pristine, quiet beaches and, along Periwinkle Way,
intimate settings for boutique shopping and a variety of dining options. Sanibel
and Captiva Islands are perfect for an upscale retreat.
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