Beach Access Updates

After Hurricane Ian, many are wondering what’s the status of beaches in Naples, FL. With the anticipation of beach re-openings, we wanted to keep you in the loop and up-to-date. There are a few things to keep in mind:

• Be very careful walking in the sand with bare feet, the city of Naples has done a great job on all the open beaches clearing debris but the water can still have debris in it washing up onshore
• Some of the items in the sand might be very small and although the sand is being hand-cleaned, things can be missed
• The water has been tested regularly for bacteria and the beaches that are open have water that is safe but it’s recommended to use caution, especially with wounds and cuts
• Enjoy Naples beaches and sunsets just always be cautious and protect yourself

All Collier County Beaches Are Open

Current open beach access points:

• Central Avenue
• 12th Ave South (Pier) only 100-feet west of stairs, No fishing allowed on Pier
• Vedado Way
• 5th Avenue South
• 9th Avenue South
• 13th Avenue South
• 17th Avenue South
• Broad Ave South
• 1st Ave North
• 2nd Ave North
• 4th Ave North
• 7th Ave North
• 8th Ave North
• Bluebill Beach Access – Parking available at Conner Park
• Clam Pass Beach Access – Parking available (465 Seagate Dr, Naples)
• Lowdermilk Beach (bathrooms + parking available)
• 1977 Gulfs Shore Blvd N (Gulf Towers) pathway
• 1900 Gulf Shore Blvd S
• North Gulf Shore Beach Access – Parking available
• South Marco Beach Access – Parking available
• Tigertail Beach Park – Parking available
• Vanderbilt Beach Main Access – Parking available at Vanderbilt Beach Parking Garage located at 100 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples
• Horizon Way
• Via Miramar

For more detailed information go to Collier County Parks & Recreations Openings & Closures Update

Upcoming events and things to do around Naples this Winter Season.

No one will deny that there were some parts of Naples that had a direct impact from the recent Hurricane Ian. Thankfully that’s not the case for most of Naples. There’s plenty to do and see and you can’t beat the fantastic weather – sunny with average high temperatures of 85 degrees.

• Most restaurants around town, including 5th Avenue South, Third Street South and Mercato are open
• Many private and public Golf courses are open
• Attend Johnsonville Night Lights at the Botanical Garden, or go visit them for a breath of fresh air and some fabulous landscapes
• Enjoy Winter Wine Festival
• Explore Naples Art District
• Attend Naples New Year’s Art Show with 200+ artists from all across the country who display their artwork along 5^th Avenue South
• Grab your fresh and organic produce at Third Street Farmers Market, every Saturday from 7:30am – 11:30am
• And so many other great activities!!