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J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge

J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge

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J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge

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Location: Sanibel, Lee County, Florida, United States

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Mattia Pastore

September 3, 2024

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The "Ding Darling", as it is often simply called, is a beautiful place for a bike ride on Sanibel. The one-way street has a low speed limit, so as a cyclist you are often faster than the cars. There are toilets in the middle of Wildlife Drive, and there are viewing platforms before and after.

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David Howells

January 11, 2024

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J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge is part of the largest undeveloped mangrove ecosystem in the United States. It covers over 6,000 hectares of tidal wetlands and mangroves. It is a wilderness nirvana to more than 300 species of birds, reptiles and mammals. Visitors can walk, bike or drive the four-mile Wildlife Drive. On the way you can stop at the many overlooks and watchtowers en-route. The 15mph speed limit is strictly enforced, even for cyclists!

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Mangrove Overlook Deck – Tarpon Road loop from Sanibel Island

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Location: Sanibel, Lee County, Florida, United States

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J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge

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Mangrove Overlook Deck – Blind Pass Bridge loop from Sanibel

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