Naples is a water town with miles of white-sand beaches and beautiful Naples Bay in the downtown area. Jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing are available at the beaches, along with some of the newer water sports of kite sailing and paddle boarding. Cruises are popular for viewing wildlife, spectacular homes on Naples Bay, and beautiful sunsets on the Gulf of Mexico. Inshore and offshore fishing charters are also available. Explore the waters via motorboat, yacht, sailboat, canoe, kayak, waverunner or parasail. No matter how you get out there, you'll be rewarded with magnificent scenery and fun adventures.
Beaches. All beaches in Naples are public beaches and range from those with full facilities to simple access points. Within the Naples area, just drive west and you will reach the beach. Within the city of Naples the streets end at the beach, with meter parking. Designated beach areas that have concessions are state, county or city parks, or areas that have parking and access to the shore. Unlike most beach communities there are no retail stores along Naples' beaches. All shirt shops, fast food, restaurants, stores, and services are away from the beach. Single-family-home neighborhoods, condos, parks and preserves border the beaches here. If you want refreshments, simply bring your own cooler, beach gear and toys with you. Once on a beach, the opportunities to find refreshments are almost nonexistent. You may have to walk miles before you reach another beach with concession stands.
Marco Island Beaches. One of two public beach access points on Marco Island is the 70-space parking lot located on Swallow Avenue and a short walk from South Collier Boulevard. The beach is a great spot for shelling, beach fishing or dolphin watching. Parking lot and restroom facilities are located on Swallow Avenue. Tigertail Beach County Park has five boardwalks leading from the mangrove lined 190-car parking area to the beach. White sand, shelling, tidal pool exploration and a playground make this a great family beach and one of the most popular in the area. There's a bathhouse and restrooms at the beach and a handicapped beach-wheelchair is available. A concession offers beach equipment rentals, food, and drinks. Note: collecting live shells is not permitted within county parks, but you can walk the shorelines to find a variety of shells and sand dollars. Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission lists Tigertail Beach as one of the best birding sites in Southwest Florida. Sugden Regional Park has a playground, picnic areas, amphitheater, pavilions, paved fitness trail, a 60-acre lake, plus paddleboats and swimming beach. Caxambas Park, between two condo complexes, has a playground and picnic area along with a boat ramp, bait, fuel and docking, but there's no beach at this site.
Marco Island Tours. The local ecosystem is comprised of thousands of mangrove estuaries, and is full of beautiful and unique wildlife. A tour boat can calmly navigate the backwaters in search of dolphin, manatee, and bald eagles. Guests can explore secluded beaches in search of seashell treasures! Shelling has always been a popular attraction for Marco Island, the two larger barrier islands that act as the entryway to the Ten Thousand Islands and the Everglades. Lightning Whelk, Florida Fighting Conch, True Tulip, Florida Spiny Jewelbox, and Atlantic Figsnail are just a few of the plentiful and exotic shells that can normally be found on Cape Romano. Southwest Florida has one of the most unique eco-systems on the planet. If you visit here or move here you should put these tours at the top of your list of things to see and do. Take an adventure into the wild, subtropical wilderness of Florida's Everglades. Its vast wetland is home to many native and exotic species, from alligators and other reptiles, to birds and the rare Florida Panther. Experience wildlife and chance encounters with dolphins, endangered manatees, wading birds and birds of prey such as the magnificent osprey. There are several tours available for your exploring pleasure: airboats piloted by qualified and experienced staff will guide you through sections of the Everglades, or a guided kayak tour through the exciting backwaters of Southwest Florida's favorite estuary, the Cocohatchee River. There are other tours and cruises available, such as sunset cruises that pass homes of Port Royal and the lower section of Naples Bay. Or if you're feeling festive, there are late night party cruises. Bring your friends or come alone and meet someone new, while taking a cruise along the Cocohatchee River, sipping a relaxing cocktail, and listening to great music! There are several types such as Karaoke Cruises, Dance-Off Disco Cruises, 80's Themed Cruises, 55 & Older Cruises, Lady's Night Only with Entertainment Cruises, Men's Only with Entertainment Cruises and more!
Catamaran Sailing is a blast. The 14' Hobiecat sailboats carry up to four guests and is very beginner friendly, requiring only minimal sailing experience. If you've never sailed, simply sign up for a -hour training course and you'll be sailing like a pro in no time. WaveRunners are exciting when you're zipping across the calm Gulf of Mexico. Bring your first mate, too. You can reach speeds up to 50mph (and on water, that's fast!) It's the most exhilarating way to enjoy the water. Novices will receive complete instruction by a trained, qualified staff to ensure that you have a great time. Guided JetSki eco tours through Naples and the Ten Thousand Islands will show the wildlife and flora enthusiast a view that most will never see by boat. You'll weave through native mangrove forests to a beach for shelling and then through the beautiful canals of Port Royal and see the dolphins up close!
Paddleboards and skimboards are really popular here. SUPs (stand up paddleboards) are the latest craze in watersports. The Gulf and inland waterways are perfect for paddle boarding, because they are wider and more stable and easy to handle. Skimboards are small boards made of plywood or fiberglass. They're especially popular with young riders who skim over the wave wash on the shore or shoot out from the shore into oncoming waves. The thrill is short but it is fun. Discover the blend of Naples' old-Florida charm and the modern, upscale style of some of the most beautiful, master-planned communities for families and retirees. Climate, beautiful beaches, 100+ golf courses, dining and shopping and cultural attractions help to make Naples home to a wonderful lifestyle. Make it your home, too.
Beaches. All beaches in Naples are public beaches and range from those with full facilities to simple access points. Within the Naples area, just drive west and you will reach the beach. Within the city of Naples the streets end at the beach, with meter parking. Designated beach areas that have concessions are state, county or city parks, or areas that have parking and access to the shore. Unlike most beach communities there are no retail stores along Naples' beaches. All shirt shops, fast food, restaurants, stores, and services are away from the beach. Single-family-home neighborhoods, condos, parks and preserves border the beaches here. If you want refreshments, simply bring your own cooler, beach gear and toys with you. Once on a beach, the opportunities to find refreshments are almost nonexistent. You may have to walk miles before you reach another beach with concession stands.
Marco Island Beaches. One of two public beach access points on Marco Island is the 70-space parking lot located on Swallow Avenue and a short walk from South Collier Boulevard. The beach is a great spot for shelling, beach fishing or dolphin watching. Parking lot and restroom facilities are located on Swallow Avenue. Tigertail Beach County Park has five boardwalks leading from the mangrove lined 190-car parking area to the beach. White sand, shelling, tidal pool exploration and a playground make this a great family beach and one of the most popular in the area. There's a bathhouse and restrooms at the beach and a handicapped beach-wheelchair is available. A concession offers beach equipment rentals, food, and drinks. Note: collecting live shells is not permitted within county parks, but you can walk the shorelines to find a variety of shells and sand dollars. Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission lists Tigertail Beach as one of the best birding sites in Southwest Florida. Sugden Regional Park has a playground, picnic areas, amphitheater, pavilions, paved fitness trail, a 60-acre lake, plus paddleboats and swimming beach. Caxambas Park, between two condo complexes, has a playground and picnic area along with a boat ramp, bait, fuel and docking, but there's no beach at this site.
Marco Island Tours. The local ecosystem is comprised of thousands of mangrove estuaries, and is full of beautiful and unique wildlife. A tour boat can calmly navigate the backwaters in search of dolphin, manatee, and bald eagles. Guests can explore secluded beaches in search of seashell treasures! Shelling has always been a popular attraction for Marco Island, the two larger barrier islands that act as the entryway to the Ten Thousand Islands and the Everglades. Lightning Whelk, Florida Fighting Conch, True Tulip, Florida Spiny Jewelbox, and Atlantic Figsnail are just a few of the plentiful and exotic shells that can normally be found on Cape Romano. Southwest Florida has one of the most unique eco-systems on the planet. If you visit here or move here you should put these tours at the top of your list of things to see and do. Take an adventure into the wild, subtropical wilderness of Florida's Everglades. Its vast wetland is home to many native and exotic species, from alligators and other reptiles, to birds and the rare Florida Panther. Experience wildlife and chance encounters with dolphins, endangered manatees, wading birds and birds of prey such as the magnificent osprey. There are several tours available for your exploring pleasure: airboats piloted by qualified and experienced staff will guide you through sections of the Everglades, or a guided kayak tour through the exciting backwaters of Southwest Florida's favorite estuary, the Cocohatchee River. There are other tours and cruises available, such as sunset cruises that pass homes of Port Royal and the lower section of Naples Bay. Or if you're feeling festive, there are late night party cruises. Bring your friends or come alone and meet someone new, while taking a cruise along the Cocohatchee River, sipping a relaxing cocktail, and listening to great music! There are several types such as Karaoke Cruises, Dance-Off Disco Cruises, 80's Themed Cruises, 55 & Older Cruises, Lady's Night Only with Entertainment Cruises, Men's Only with Entertainment Cruises and more!
Catamaran Sailing is a blast. The 14' Hobiecat sailboats carry up to four guests and is very beginner friendly, requiring only minimal sailing experience. If you've never sailed, simply sign up for a -hour training course and you'll be sailing like a pro in no time. WaveRunners are exciting when you're zipping across the calm Gulf of Mexico. Bring your first mate, too. You can reach speeds up to 50mph (and on water, that's fast!) It's the most exhilarating way to enjoy the water. Novices will receive complete instruction by a trained, qualified staff to ensure that you have a great time. Guided JetSki eco tours through Naples and the Ten Thousand Islands will show the wildlife and flora enthusiast a view that most will never see by boat. You'll weave through native mangrove forests to a beach for shelling and then through the beautiful canals of Port Royal and see the dolphins up close!
Paddleboards and skimboards are really popular here. SUPs (stand up paddleboards) are the latest craze in watersports. The Gulf and inland waterways are perfect for paddle boarding, because they are wider and more stable and easy to handle. Skimboards are small boards made of plywood or fiberglass. They're especially popular with young riders who skim over the wave wash on the shore or shoot out from the shore into oncoming waves. The thrill is short but it is fun. Discover the blend of Naples' old-Florida charm and the modern, upscale style of some of the most beautiful, master-planned communities for families and retirees. Climate, beautiful beaches, 100+ golf courses, dining and shopping and cultural attractions help to make Naples home to a wonderful lifestyle. Make it your home, too.
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