Barrier Island Parks Society’s mission is:  INSPIRE • EDUCATE • PRESERVE

BIPS is a 501(c)3 non-profit Citizen Support Organization, CSO. Our mission is to inspire the exploration and preservation of our natural and historic resources. Click here for more ways to give.

Our affiliated state parks include:  Cayo Costa • Don Pedro • Gasparilla • Stump Pass

Port Boca Grande Lighthouse and Museum Hours here and Directions here

WHAT’S HAPPENING NOW:  January 19th: Gasparilla Island Lighthouse Climb. RSVP here. February 3rd: Gasparilla Island Lighthouse Climb. RSVP here. February 9th: Historic Re-Lighting of the Gasparilla Island Lighthouse Evening Celebration – stay tuned for more details! To see all events, programs and Gasparilla Island Lighthouse Climbs, please visit our calendar here.

HELP KEEP THE LIGHT SHINING		EVENTS, PROGRAMS, & TOURS		VISIT OUR LOVELY PARKS
GET INVOLVED & JOIN		EXPLORE HISTORY		ABOUT US