90°
Mostly Sunny
8%
79
Lee County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Captiva Island Beach (Alison Hagerup Beach Park)
14790 Captiva Dr, Captiva, FL 33924
The end-of-the-road Captiva beach at the north tip of the island past South Seas — wide white sand, west-facing for spectacular sunsets, and Turner Beach at Blind Pass (the channel between Sanibel and Captiva) is one of the best shelling spots in Southwest Florida. No commercial development on the beach itself.
Today's Conditions
Great day for swimming.
90°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 102. North northeast wind 3 to 8 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 83. Heat index values as high as 102. North northeast wind 6 to 9 mph.
Weather
- 90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 90°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
81 /100
great
84 Swim
75 Sunbathe
81 Walk
79 Photo
Best for swimming today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
90°F
Clear
Wind
3 to 8 mph
NNE
Rain
8%
Today
Tomorrow
90°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
90°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
11:16 PM
0.0 ft · in 8.0h
Wave Height
1.6 ft
5s · WSW swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ856)
The TBW office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- FLZ139 Coastal Levy-Coastal Citrus-Coastal Hernando-Coastal Pasco — Cedar Key, Yankeetown, Crystal River, n/a
- FLZ050 Pinellas-Coastal Hillsborough-Coastal Manatee-Coastal Sarasota — Clearwater Beach, Saint Pete Beach, n/a
- FLZ162 Coastal Charlotte-Coastal Lee — Manasota Key, Palm Island, Captiva, Sanibel, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:43 AM
Sunset
8:24 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:03 AM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 7:04 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 2:05 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 11:16 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:55 AM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 8:09 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 3:01 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:01 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 5:34 AM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 9:19 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 3:57 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:42 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 6:09 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 10:25 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 4:53 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:17 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 6:42 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 11:28 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 5:47 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:48 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:17 AM | High | 1.0 ft |
| 12:28 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:39 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:14 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:53 AM | High | 1.0 ft |
| 1:29 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:32 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8725520, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
90°
Sunny
5%
79
90°
Sunny
7%
78
91°
Sunny
5%
75
91°
Mostly Sunny
2%
75
90°
Sunny
6%
76
89°
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
19%
41
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 90°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 90°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Oobeo paid mobile parking: $15/hr, $25/2hr, $40/all-day. Lot open 30 min before sunrise to 30 min after sunset.
Dogs
No pets allowed on Captiva beaches. No open fires; no collecting live shells; no alcohol.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
14790 Captiva Dr, Captiva, FL 33924
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Captiva Island Beach (Alison Hagerup Beach Park) today?
Captiva Island Beach (Alison Hagerup Beach Park) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Captiva Island Beach (Alison Hagerup Beach Park) dog-friendly?
No pets allowed on Captiva beaches. No open fires; no collecting live shells; no alcohol.
Is there an entry fee at Captiva Island Beach (Alison Hagerup Beach Park)?
Entry to Captiva Island Beach (Alison Hagerup Beach Park) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Captiva Island Beach (Alison Hagerup Beach Park)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Captiva Island Beach (Alison Hagerup Beach Park). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Captiva Island Beach (Alison Hagerup Beach Park)?
Amenities at Captiva Island Beach (Alison Hagerup Beach Park) include portable restrooms, bike racks, ADA spaces.
When is the water warmest at Captiva Island Beach (Alison Hagerup Beach Park)?
The Gulf of Mexico is bathwater-warm by mid-summer — 84-88°F is typical from July through September on the FL Gulf, TX coast, and AL/MS coast. Swimming comfortable from April through October on most of the Gulf.
Where is Captiva Island Beach (Alison Hagerup Beach Park) located?
Captiva Island Beach (Alison Hagerup Beach Park) is in Lee County, FL, at 14790 Captiva Dr, Captiva, FL 33924.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS