When travelers need time away from the stress of life, Sanibel Island always provides them with a scenic and inviting place to relax on the sand, soak up the sun, and slow things down to a refreshing pace. When you head this way in the name of vacation fun, you can count on opportunities to immerse yourself in the best of revitalizing moments on the shoreline. However, if you’re someone who can access their peace of mind more easily when you’re out exploring on two wheels, you’ll be thrilled to find that biking on Sanibel Island is also a top-notch activity to add to the list! With more than 25 miles of bike trails to discover, cyclists on Sanibel Island can easily pair adventure, beauty, and sightseeing whenever the longing to explore further strikes.
Before you head out on a bike-focused and fun journey to sunny Sanibel Island, be sure to take some time to view our Area Guide! This comprehensive overview of local activities, attractions, and annual events will give you even more reasons to head this way and return year after year to discover more.
Book Your Biking Gear at Billy’s Rentals
There’s no need to worry about bringing your own gear when you’re looking forward to spending time biking on Sanibel Island during your stay. The team over at Billy’s Rentals has everything you need to explore the trails in comfort and convenience. The standard bike rentals here are ideal for cyclists of all skill levels and can be used to explore local beaches, paved pathways, or wildlife preserves as well. Billy’s Rentals has an inventory that hosts single-speed bikes as well as hybrid and multi-speed options depending on rider preference. They also offer specialty bike rentals and models for those who are physically challenged. Recumbent bikes and adult three-wheel trikes are available as well as tandem bikes that are compatible with wheelchairs.
Pedal Along Sanibel Captiva Road
When you’re biking on Sanibel Island and looking to pair your sightseeing with shelling, make sure to start your journey on the Sanibel Captiva Road. You’ll find this route on the western part of the island and it puts you within easy reach of shorelines where you can pick up shells with ease. It’s also a direct route to the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum when you want to learn even more about the landscapes you’re out discovering.
Admire the Sanibel Lighthouse
Biking and historical landmarks going hand-in-hand on Sanibel Island. This is especially true if you choose to pedal along the routes near the Sanibel Lighthouse during your visit. Located on the eastern half of Sanibel Island, bike routes here are adorned with lush green shade giving cyclists every reason to linger longer than they might have originally planned at the onset of their journey. The bike trails frame the Sanibel Lighthouse in picture-perfect style on this side of the island and provide some great photo stops along the way.
Enjoy Biking on Bowman’s Beach
If you’ve rented a beach cruiser for the day, you’ll have everything you need to enjoy biking on Bowman’s Beach. This remote stretch of shoreline offers up a ton of tranquility and gorgeous views when you pedal your way through. The beach is located mid-island and is the perfect place for cyclists to take a moment to rest, collect seashells, or even go for a swim before continuing on their way. If you want to pair your ride with a beach picnic, that’s an option here as well.
Stay in Style on Sanibel Island
Your Sanibel Island getaway should be a testament to quality, comfort, and style with every booking. That’s exactly what you can expect when you reserve your vacation accommodations through Dream Vacation Rentals. Take time to unwind in style the next time you’re here. Reach out today to learn more about our many exciting and inviting property options available for your next biking fun journey this way.