Vanderbilt Beach, Florida, United States

4.5 (280 reviews) Spent Ranking #1 in Vanderbilt Beach Beaches

Clean Beach, get there early and good luck avoiding the crowds

This is a beautiful beach that you can enjoy earlier in the morning for a few hours and then the crowds make it rather unpleasant, as this beach is somewhat narrow. so getting your space is a premium. The sand is soft, not too shelly and the water was clear with gentle waves. We opted to park in the paid lot ($8), which was but a short walk to the beach. We didn't walk too far away from the beach entrance and enjoyed ourselves for about 3-hours, at which time it seemed that busloads of people were coming in. We were in a great location and decided to stick around for a couple more hours. We had a great time and I wonder if the crowds are like this in the summer or not, as we were here just after Easter.

Address

Vanderbilt Beach Road , Vanderbilt Beach, Florida, United States.

Website

http://www.colliergov.net/index.aspx?page=465

Current local date and time now

Saturday, May 11, 2024, 15:29

User Ratings

4.5 based on (280 reviews)

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Reviews

  • 5Frank Procopio The Naples Agent 5:00 PM Oct 7, 2021
    One of the best beaches near Naples and bonita springs
    One of my favorite beaches to visit since I relocated from NY. Near everything and having the covered parking garage to park in is the best. I often come here in the morning to returns calls and emails before heading into work at Domain realty group in Naples. Always recommend this beach to my home buyers moving to the area. Love coming here with my family on the weekend as well.
  • 4worleybird98 5:00 PM Aug 24, 2021
    Unforgettable experience!
    We were staying in Naples on vacation and heard a lot about Vanderbilt Beach so gave it a try. At the main entrance, everyone seems to plant right down there and hardly spread out at all. We walked south from the main entrance, and after 100 yards we were in an area all by ourselves. Even better? As we were strolling to our spot a nest of sea turtles hatched and we got to see all the babies run down the sand and into the water! I'm sure it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and we will never forget it! I'm so glad we decided to walk down to a less crowded area.

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