Photo by Katie Wheeler

Consisting of 31 acres on Marco Island, Tigertail Beach allures visitors with varied interests. Shell collecting, birding, swimming, sunbathing or family fun, the white sands invites them all. Beach access is provided by five boardwalks leading from the mangrove-surrounded parking areas through the dunes to the Gulf of Mexico. Sand Dollar Island is visible across the tidal lagoon. Once a sandbar, this tract changes every year as it continues to develop into a barrier island and provides nesting sites for threatened bird species. Parking is by beach parking sticker or daily fee. The access is open 8 a.m. to sundown, year-round. Onsite amenities include over 200 parking spaces, bath house, picnic area, grills, sand volleyball court, playground, butterfly garden, handicapped beach wheelchair, restrooms, and concessions with beach equipment rentals, food and drinks. Please note live shell collecting is prohibited at all beaches, in effort to conserve the pastime for future generations.

The description above was copied from or heavily based on Swim Guide, with permission.

More Information

• Swim Guide - Weather and water quality for Tigertail Beach and 8,000 other beaches.