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

Gasparilla Island Lighthouse Climb Tour Dates and Online RSVP Here 

WHAT’S HAPPENING NOW:  Health Risk – Please read about Red Tide here. October 8th: Gasparilla Island Lighthouse Climb, RSVP here. October 25th: Wading Adventures at Don Pedro, RSVP here. October 27th: Gasparilla Island Lighthouse Halloween Climb, RSVP here. To see all of BIPS’ upcoming events, programs & lighthouse climbs, please see our calendar here, or signup online here. No physical tickets will be sent when you RSVP online. Simply complete the information on the RSVP link and your name(s) will be added to the event/program registration check-in.  Lighthouse climb fees vary please note fees on the RSVP. 

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