Naples Florida is an area of outstanding natural beauty, boasting more than ten miles of gorgeous beaches. With open public access to the sandy beaches from nearly every street, you enjoy the same white sand and calm waters as owners of the stunning mansions and beachfront hotels that overlook the water.
Eliminate the mystery of figuring out where the best beaches in Naples are. Relax, be safe, and feel confident trusting in our experienced perspective. Plan a beautiful couple’s holiday full of all the best romantic things to do in Naples, or a fun-packed family celebration.
Regardless, Naples is the best place to go beach hopping, paddle boarding, fishing, shelling, or just lay out in the sun and enjoy the privacy of your Naples vacation rental near the beach.
Get ready for some fun in the sun — here’s a list of the best beaches in Naples, from north to south.
Barefoot Beach Preserve
- Address: Barefoot Beach Blvd, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
- Phone: (239) 591-8596
- How to get there: It’s located south of Bonita Beach Blvd.
This Collier County beach at the north end of Naples is a favorite public beach for walkers because of its firm sand. Barefoot Beach gives you the options of family-friendly amenities (like a snack bar) near Parking Lot 1, or relative seclusion if you access the beach from the second or third parking lots.
No question, this is the perfect Naples beach for peaceful relaxation. Dr. Beach’s website named Barefoot Beach one of the top 10 beaches in the U.S., noting that the shallow, clear water makes it one of the best beaches for swimming for families.
Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park
- Address: 11135 Gulf Shore Dr, Naples, FL 34108
- Phone: (239) 597-6196
- How to get there: It’s located at the end of Immokalee Blvd.
This state park has some of the best swimming beaches in Southwest Florida, and it’s also the place to come if your family wants a lot more in addition to beach activities. The state park has kayak and canoe rentals, stand-up paddle board rental, a restaurant, fishing, bird watching, a hiking/nature trail, picnic areas, showers, tours, a snorkeling and scuba-diving area, and ADA-compliant restrooms.
If visiting Naples with your dog, there are sections of this state park that act as a dog-friendly beach.
Bluebill Beach
- Address: Located on Bluebill (111th Street)
- Phone: (239) 252-4000
- How to get there: Located at the intersection of Bluebill Avenue and Gulf Shore Drive
This is a small, attractive beach in North Naples, just a few blocks from Connor Park (the park also provides additional beach parking). There are restrooms and foot showers available. The beach is family friendly but no pets are allowed.
Vanderbilt Beach
- Address: End of Vanderbilt Beach Road
- Phone: (239) 252-4000
- How to get there: Head West on Vanderbilt Beach Road and the park is at the end of the road
Vanderbilt Beach is easy to reach from any part of Naples, and just around the corner from the Naples Park neighborhood. While a popular beach, it also has plenty of parking, including a large parking garage just west of the Ritz Carlton Hotel.
Clam Pass Beach Park
- Address: Seagate Dr & Crayton Road, Naples, FL 34108
- Phone: (239) 252-4000
- How to get there: Clam Pass Park is located in the North Naples area, one of the most populated sections of Collier County
This is a great beach for people who want to do more than just sit in the sand or frolic in the surf. Clam Pass Beach has a scenic boardwalk along the mangroves that border the beach. It makes a wonderful place to stroll, or there is a complimentary trolley that can transport you to the beach if you aren’t able to walk or have a lot of belongings to carry.
Lowdermilk Beach Park
- Address: 1301 Gulf Shore Blvd N, Naples, FL 34102
- Phone: (239) 213-7120
- How to get there: Head west on Mooring Line Drive until it curves south
Lowdermilk Park is one of Naples’ premier beachfront parks. Lowdermilk Park has plenty of metered and unmetered parking spaces, a concession stand, sand volleyball courts, two children’s playgrounds, picnic tables, benches, restroom and shower facilities, and two gazebos for rent.
Naples Pier
- Address: 25 12th Ave S, Naples, FL 34102
- Phone: (239) 213-7120
- How to get there: The historic Naples Pier is located on the Gulf of Mexico at the West end of 12th Avenue South
The Naples Pier is the vantage point from which you will see those stunning photos of Naples sunsets. This colorful and popular beach is in convenient proximity to all the amenities of downtown.
Note: At the time of writing, Naples Pier is still closed because of damage from Hurricane Ian.
North Gulf Shore Beach Access
- Address: 25 12th Ave S, Naples, FL 34102
- Phone: (239) 252-4000
- How to get there: Between Seagate Condominiums & North Gulf Shore Boulevard
While not clearly marked, there is public access to quieter stretches of the beach south of the pier. You’ll find pay-or-permit parking on the side streets off of Gulfshore Boulevard South and, even further to the south, off of Gordon Drive.
Keewaydin Island
- How to get there: The island is only accessible by boat
Keewaydin Island is a barrier island located between Naples and Marco Island and is our top pick for an adventurous beach day. The island is only accessible by boat and is a great spot for shelling, swimming, and sunbathing.
Tigertail Beach
- Address: 430 Hernando Dr, Marco Island, FL 34145
- Phone: (239) 252.4000
- How to get there: There’s a parking lot at the end of Hernando Drive
Head a little further south to Marco Island where you’ll discover the stunning Tigertail Beach. The tidal lagoons are great for bird watching and shelling, and watersports including kayaking and paddleboarding are on offer here. If you’re heading here to lie out on the powdery white sand, you’ll appreciate that umbrellas and beach chairs are available for hire.
Which White Sand Beach Will You Hit First?
We know that you will have the most amazing time while visiting all of Naples’s gorgeous beaches. Easily one of the best things to do in Naples is to spend time on our beaches, and even better when a day relaxing in the sand is completely free!
Now that you know which beaches you’ll want to visit during your time in Naples, all that’s left is to book your dream vacation home. From modern condos to long-term rentals, we have the perfect accommodation for every visitor.
