Port Charlotte, FL · Parks & Recreation
Don Pedro Island State Park
Barrier-island state park on Little Gasparilla Island with Gulf beaches, plus a mainland land base off Placida Road.
Land base off Placida Road, Placida, FL (Charlotte County)
Land base 8 a.m.–5 p.m. daily; island 8 a.m. to sundown
The island portion is accessible only by private boat or paddle craft and offers swimming, shelling and fishing on a quiet Gulf beach. The land base off Placida Road is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily with a short trail and picnic area. Note: the dock at the land base is currently closed (official notice, effective October 14, 2026) — check the park page before planning a paddle crossing.
Information last verified 2026-10-21. Please confirm hours and fees before visiting.