Where's the Naples Beach? Part One

Pelican Bay has two and a half miles of beach along the Gulf of Mexico. This photo shows the south private beach tram station number three. In Pelican Bays gated community, Bay Colony's, The Strand there are a few single family homes and highrise condos; Contessa, Carlysle, Brighton, Biltmore, Remington and The Windsor that are located directly on the beach. Most of Pelican Bay must access the beach via the Beach Trams. Members only. The public has an equally beautiful beach with concessions, chair and umbrella rentals, facilities and parking at Clam Pass at Seagate Drive. To find the public beach take Pine Ridge Road West, cross US 41 and continue straight on Seagate Drive to the entrance to Clam Pass Beach Park. You will see the Naples Grande Resort Hotel to the left. Park, bring your own chair and cooler if you want and wait for the free tram ride or take the 3/4 mile boardwalk. The beach is family friendly and open to the public. No glass bottles please.