Great beaches in Naples, Florida

There are a bunch of great beaches in Naples, Florida. Here are a few we like:

DELNOR-WIGGINS STATE PARK

Just take in the pristine white beaches and gorgeous scenery at Delnor-Wiggins State Park. You could also hike, if you'd like, but we just pulled up a spot on the beach and stayed there. It was simply lovely to soak up the sun after Minnesota's winter.

11135 Gulfshore Dr.
Naples, Florida 34108
(239) 597-6196
http://www.floridastateparks.org/delnorwiggins/default.cfm
Hours: 8 a.m. to sundown, 365 days a year (Gates closed if park reaches capacity)

Admission Fee:
$6.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle.
$4.00 Single Occupant Vehicle.
$2.00 Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass.

Boat ramp fee:
The boat ramp fee is $5.00 + tax..  This is in addition to the Admission Fee.

Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Recreation Area is a Florida State Park located on a barrier island on Florida's southwest coast near Naples, Florida, six miles west of Exit 111 on I-75.

One of the most popular seaside destinations in Naples, the mile-long stretch of white sugar sand at Delnor-Wiggins has been rated one of the best beaches in the nation. The 166-acre park is a tropical paradise for beach lovers, boaters and divers. The beach is a popular spot to sunbathe, swim, beachcomb, snorkel and picnic. At the beach along Wiggins Pass, where swimming is not allowed, fishing is a popular activity. Boaters can launch their vessels into Water Turkey Bay and travel to the Gulf or up the Cocohatchee River for both saltwater and freshwater fishing. Kayakers can enjoy paddling through estuaries and scuba divers can explore the hard bottom reef in the Gulf. At the north end of the island, a tower gives visitors a bird's-eye view of Wiggins Pass and the surrounding coastal habitat.


CLAM PASS BEACH 

Hike back 3/4 mile or catch a ride on a golf cart and enjoy the scenery of a mangrove forest on your way to the beach at Clam Pass Park.

http://www.colliergov.net/index.aspx?page=458
Location: Seagate Drive & Crayton Road
Hours: 8 a.m. to sundown
Phone: (239) 252-4000

Clam Pass boasts 35 acres of coastal habitat and preserves that habitat by providing beach access from a three-quarter-mile boardwalk to the sandy beach.

The board walk is a destination itself for those adventurists who love a quiet nature walk. Butterflies flutter around the beautiful green backdrop and very often families can be seen taking in a relaxing afternoon in the area.

The boardwalk runs through a mangrove forest of salt-tolerant red, white and black mangroves. It also has a tidal bay area that acts as a breeding ground and nursery for marine life, wildlife, specifically many species of birds. Clam Pass Park abounds with wading shorebirds, eagles, hawks and osprey.



NAPLES BEACH & PIER

When you go to the Naples Beach, plan to stay through sunset. Listen to live music and snap a photo of one of the prettiest views in Naples.


http://www.naplesgov.com/index.aspx?NID=587

The historic Naples Pier is located on the Gulf of Mexico at the West end of 12th Avenue South. The Naples Pier is a favorite location for sightseers and fishermen with plenty of space to cast a line. It features restrooms, a concession stand with covered eating area, and beach supplies. Fishing from the pier does not require a fishing license, as the City of Naples has purchased a bulk fishing license for the Pier. The beach at the Pier also features volleyball nets, restrooms, showers, and is one of the best places to catch a spectacular Naples sunset.