Marco Island South Beach Public Access

Absolutely gorgeous! I just can't wait to go again! So blessed to have such a beautiful family Beach.

This public beach is located in a residential area on the south side of the island. It features white sand, calm waters with a pleasant temperature, and is perfect for a family outing. Paid parking is available relatively close to the main entrance, where you’ll also find restrooms and a drinking water fountain. The atmosphere is peaceful, and the sunsets are absolutely stunning. Highly recommended.

$10 parking but beautiful beach. We saw dolphins swimming in the ocean there.

This path is a nice way to get you to the amazing beach but there are a lot of condo or paid spaces making it feel very crowded unless you walk south a fair bit. It is a good spot if you want access to some beach umbrella or water sports (a little expensive but convenient). Marco has a fantastic beach and it is kept clean. There is paid parking across the street and a place to lock your bike (no bikes allowed on the beach).

There’s two (2) lots for parking, $11 for the whole day and it’s pay by plate so you’ll need a mobile phone to scan and pay. There’s a play ground for the kids, bathrooms but no shower to wash the sand or salt off, that I could find at least. A little bit of a walk to get to the ocean because you park at the inlet/jetty where the fisherman frequent. The walk is about half a mile (.5 mile), if that, and it’s on fluffy white sand so not harsh on bare feet. Spent about 4 hours here, the water was nice and calm. Lots of shells as well. Be sure to pack a lunch and lots of water if you plan to stay a full day as there’s not a gas station or places to eat close by. Enjoy and be sure to pack in pack out! (Leave nothing behind)