Beach parking in Collier County, Florida, this season: Complete guide of what to know
Though summer has come to an end, Collier County locals know beach season hasn't. With the average winter temperature in the high 70s, we never stop going to the beach.
As snowbirds and vacationers arrive to get a taste of our endless summer, we've put together a full guide on parking at Collier County beaches this fall and winter.
Here's what to know before you put your car in park at a beach.
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Parking can be free for locals ― get a sticker
If you're a full-time Collier resident or property owner, you're already paying for beach parking through your property taxes.
So take advantage of it and get a beach parking sticker from any of the Collier Parks and Recreation locations listed below:
Collier County Tax Collector, 3291 Tamiami Trail E., Naples
Donna Fiala Eagle Lakes Community Park, 11565 Tamiami Trail E., Naples
East Naples Community Park, 3500 Thomasson Drive, Naples
Fred W. Coyle Freedom Park, 1515 Golden Gate Parkway, Naples
Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Parkway, Naples
Immokalee Community Park, 321 N. 1st Street, Immokalee
Marco Island Branch Library, 210 S. Heathwood Drive, Marco Island
Max A. Hasse Jr. Community Park, 3390 Golden Gate Blvd. W., Naples
Naples Regional Library, 650 Central Ave., Naples
North Collier Regional Park Exhibit Hall, 15000 Livingston Road, Naples
Orange Blossom Government Center, 2335 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples
Veterans Community Park, 1895 Veterans Park Drive, Naples
Vineyards Community Park, 6231 Arbor Blvd., Naples
Make sure you bring your license and registration. Both documents should have the same name and Collier address on them.
If you're a part-time resident property owner, bring your license, registration, and current Collier County tax bill or warranty deed.
Which parking lots are covered by the sticker?
Barefoot Beach Access
Barefoot Beach Preserve
Lowdermilk Park
Naples Pier
Vanderbilt Beach
Clam Pass Park
North Gulfshore Access
Tigertail Beach
South Marco Access
Conner Park
How much is it to park without a sticker?
If you don't have a parking sticker, it'll cost $10 to park at a Collier County beach. Look for the parking meters in each parking lot.
Do any beaches offer pay-by-plate?
No, Collier County does not offer pay-by-plate at this time.
What's the fine for parking without paying?
If you park at a Collier beach without paying, you'll be fined $30. Beach patrol cars are constantly monitoring the parking lots looking for violators.
Parks and Recreation warns beach-goers not to park in non-designated spots because they don't want to pay.
And remember: you park before going to the beach, not after!
Do any beaches offer free parking?
Yes! Currently, you can park for free at Barefoot Beach Access, North Gulfshore Access, and Conner Park.
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Are any beach parking lots still closed from Hurricane Ian?
Barefoot Beach Preserve was closed for over a year after sustaining damage from Hurricane Ian, but has reopened as of Nov. 24.
Parking lots two and three are open, but parking lot one remains closed. When you arrive at the beach, Collier County park rangers who monitor parking availability will direct you to the best beach entrance.
This article originally appeared on Naples Daily News: Naples, Collier County beach parking: Here's what you need to know
