Grande Reopening at Gasparilla Island Lighthouse!

We are delighted to announce the Grande Reopening at Gasparilla Island Lighthouse! Join us for this exciting event and enjoy your BIPS History Climb Tour at a special discounted price of $10 per adult and $5 kids 6yrs. and younger - must be 48" tall to climb. Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with Englewood Chamber at 9:45 a.m. Climbs begin at 10 a.m. with climbs every 20 minutes until 2 p.m. weather permitting. Be the first person of the day to climb the 134 spiral steps! Take a walk in our 7.4 acres of trails! Don't miss our "Pop-UP" Shops full of one of a kind merchandise! All climb fees and merchandise purchases go directly to support our historic lighthouses. Bring your family and friends and enjoy this historic treasure at its Grande Reopening, Boca Grande style. No advanced RSVP. Climbs are offered as space allows. See additional climb tour dates and details at https://www.bips.org/programs.

Please note a few safety rules to climb:

Must be 48" or taller to climb; babies are not allowed inside

No heels or flip flops; please wear sensible climbing shoes

Large backpacks and purses cannot be carried inside

No commercial photography or drones

No wet clothing; swimwear must be covered with clothing

All climbs are weather permitting and can be cancelled due to inclement weather or high winds