Naples Pier
Built in 1888 as a freight and passenger dock. In its early days, the pier was lined with narrow gauge train rails that spanned the entire length of the structure, designed to transport baggage and freight to waiting vessels that would travel across the Atlantic or to other points in the Caribbean or along the Eastern seaboard. The Naples Municipal Pier has been rebuilt a number of times during its lifetime. It was first destroyed by a hurricane in 1910 and then again in 1926 and 1960. In 1922, a fire consumed much of the pier and the post office that sat upon it. Today, the Naples City Pier no longer serves as a dock for boat traffic but is instead the most popular place in Naples for fishing. From sunrise to sunset, avid anglers line the pier with their rods and buckets of bait, hoping to score a good catch for the day. Unlike elsewhere in Naples, fishing from the pier does not require a state fishing license as the city of Naples purchased a bulk license that covers anyone who
casts their line off the pier.
The historic Naples Pier stretches for 1000 feet and is located on the Gulf of Mexico that 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. Features of the Pier 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.
Parking at the Pier Parking for beach access in the City of Naples requires the resident or visitor to have a beach parking permit, feed the parking meters, or pay-by-space. This is enforced year round. Beach Parking Permits
• City residents: beach permit may be obtained from City Hall
• Collier County residents: beach permit may be obtained from any Collier County Park or Library
• Visitor beach permits may be purchased from City Hall’s Finance Department for $50 and they are valid for one year
Parking Meters
• Cost is $0.25 for 10 minutes
• $1.50 for an hour
• Quarters only
Pay-by-Space
Lowdermilk Park and the Naples Pier are the only lots that offer the pay-by-space option
• $0.25 for 10 minutes
• $1.50 per hour
• Cash accepted: $1, $5 bills, and quarters
• Credit or Debit Card: Visa or MasterCard only