Sanibel Lighthouse, Florida

I had shell picking and a lighthouse viewing.

Sanibel Island Light or Point Ybel Light was one of the first lighthouses located on Florida's Gulf Coast. It is a top shelling destination.

This iron skeleton tower which stands 98 feet above sea level has a central spiral staircase, with 127 steps.  It was first lit on August 20, 1884. The original keeper was Dudley Richardson. In 1946, a hurricane hit the island and caused a lot of erosion. So they decided to have the lighthouse automated.

The lighthouse is still active and the tower is not open to public but it is open for viewing.

The highlight of this trip was my visit at the Lighthouse Café.  Thanks to the taxi driver who told me about the Lighthouse Café.  My visit there had given a boost to my passion for lighthouse. The ambiance was great. It was a place filled with lots of lighthouse photos from visitors. I hope to share my photo too when I get a chance to visit again.

My Sanibel Lighthouse visit ended with a nice dinner and a souvenir hat at the Lighthouse Café.

I call this an awesome trip!