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Frannie's Preserve – Rabbit Road Preserve loop from Sanibel Island

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Frannie's Preserve – Rabbit Road Preserve loop from Sanibel Island

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Frannie's Preserve – Rabbit Road Preserve loop from Sanibel Island

03:04

12.2km

10m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

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Parking

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56 m

J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge Visitor & Education Center

Highlight • Rest Area

Situated on the subtropical barrier island of Sanibel, it is part of the largest undeveloped mangrove ecosystem in the US. Renowned for its birdwatching opportunities, with over 200 species of …

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4.79 km

Frannie's Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Unlike some sprawling preserves, Frannie's Preserve is a cozy 27-acre haven. This makes it perfect for a quick and refreshing nature fix or a relaxing afternoon stroll. Originally dominated by …

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6.92 km

Beach

11.2 km

Enjoy the peaceful beauty of Rabbit Road West Preserve, a quiet retreat, with its protected landscapes and wildlife. The area is managed by the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation to protect our sensitive wildlife.

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12.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.37 km

1.75 km

929 m

151 m

Surfaces

5.70 km

4.39 km

1.50 km

357 m

248 m

Elevation

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Thursday 9 July

33°C

28°C

14 %

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Frannie's Preserve – Rabbit Road Preserve loop from Sanibel Island

J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge Visitor & Education Center

Frannie's Preserve

Rabbit Road Preserve

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