The J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge reported that the current gate times on Wildlife Drive are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday through Thursday (closed Friday). As they did pre-hurricane, hours will now change to accommodate daylight hours and savings time. The admission for Wildlife Drive is $10 for vehicles and $1 for hikers and bikers. The refuge is at 1 Wildlife Drive, Sanibel.

Causeway Islands Park Reopens with New Amenities After Hurricane Ian Restoration
After over two years of closure due to Hurricane Ian, Causeway Islands Park has officially reopened to the public as of May 1, 2025, marking