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.
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Practicing social distancing is still essential. Only go to the beach if you are able to keep 6 feet or 2 meters away from others. Follow the instructions provided by your local health authorities. If your community has asked that you remain indoors and away from others, do so. Spending a day in any crowded place is the worst thing we can do for our most vulnerable right now and will counter our efforts to curb the virus’s spread.
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.
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