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North Captiva Island
Until 1921 the island was part of Sanibel-Captiva. On October 25, 1921, a fierce hurricane cut the larger island in two, creating what is now Redfish Pass - and North Captiva was born.
To this day, the area remains in an unspoiled state since no bridge connects the island with the mainland |
Map of North Captiva Island
The north end of the island is divided into several areas as noted on the map.
The State of Florida Nature Preserve is off to the right (south), and Safety Harbor is where the water taxis from the mainland will deliver you to our docks.
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North Captiva Island History
For nearly 2,000 years, North Captiva Island was inhabited by the Calusa Indians. They thrived on the island's abundant natural resources. Undisturbed through time, their numbers grew until Spanish conquistadors discovered their island paradise. The conquistadors nearly wiped out the entire Calusa population in a series of battles and enslaved the remaining few in Cuban prison camps, where they eventually died.
The island was soon taken over by schooners and pirate ships and eventually became a popular refuge from occasional heavy seas and high winds. Pirates began using the island to repair their ships and also to imprison female captives; Therefore, the island was named Captiva.
Today, however, North Captiva is the home to many regular visitors and residents alike - all drawn by her natural beauty and unspoiled island atmosphere. |
Around 1970, it became obvious that North Captiva was destined to follow the path of the highly developed barrier islands to the north and south. With a potential build-out of 4,500 dwellings, the special and unique island ambience of North Captiva would surely be lost forever.
However, in 1975 the state of Florida acquired six parcels of land totaling over 350 acres - almost half of the entire island. This timely acquisition came under the environmentally endangered land program, a swift and direct move to preserve this priceless resource from rampant over-development.
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Today, there are about 400 dwellings and about 50 year-round residents on North Captiva Island- composed of seven subdivisions at the north end of the island and one at the southern end - with an anticipated total build-out of approximately 450 homes.
Having witnessed the rapid urbanization of other parts of the state, those who love North Captiva are making every effort to ensure that the island's natural beauty is preserved and protected and that growth is kept in balance with the sensitivities of the environment.
North Captiva Island is one of the few places left where man can live in complete harmony with nature. This unique island paradise is not for everybody. But then, it was never intended to be.
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It's said that the stars shine differently over North Captiva. It's definitely a place where you can forget about time and any of the worries you left behind on the mainland. When you come to our island, be sure to pack your imagination and sense of adventure so that you'll be fully prepared to partake in the island's mystique.
North Captiva is a place where there are no worries, no hurries, no problems. Privacy, seclusion and nature are a way of life here as there are no paved roads or cars. Golf carts and bikes are the only means of transportation. You'll also find an island that abounds with wild life and tropical foliage and fishing that is beyond your imagination. |
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North Captiva is bordered by Pine Island Sound and the Gulf of Mexico. North Captiva is approximately 700 acres in total but the majority of land is being preserved as a wildlife sanctuary. North Captiva Island is approximately 4 1/2 miles long and 1/2 mile across at its widest. Development is very limited. There are 2 restaurants, 2 gift stores, a deli and bar.
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