Sanibel Island Golfing

With more than half of the island designated as a wildlife preserve, golfers are bound to see interesting wildlife on Sanibel’s fairways. The island’s two golf courses feature breathtaking natural scenery and sculptured greens, as well as fine restaurants in their clubhouses. Just over the causeway on the mainland, Fort Myers and Bonita Springs offer avid players even more courses to choose from.

Beachview Golf Club

Beachview’s 18-hole, Par 71 championship golf course wraps around the scenic beauty of the Sanibel River, offering glimpses of rare bird species and alligators. Water comes into play on most of the back nine, providing a challenge for golfers of all abilities. The club also offers a well-maintained practice facility and the Beachview Steakhouse & Grill, which features surf and turf, and live music. www.beachviewgolfclub.com

1100 Par View Drive . Sanibel Island, FL 33957 . (941) 472-2626

The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club

Set amidst a wildlife preserve sanctioned by the Audubon Cooperative Society, The Dunes offers eighteen holes of championship golf masterfully redesigned in 1995 by Mark McCumber. Perfectly contoured fairways and sculptured greens offer challenges to golfers of all skill levels. The picturesque natural surroundings offer glimpses of alligators, blue herons, bald eagles, and osprey. Players enjoy discussing their matches over fine steaks and seafood at the club’s restaurant, Rassa Steaks and Seafood. www.dunesgolfsanibel.com

949 Sandcastle Road . Sanibel Island, Florida 33957 . (239) 472-2535