One of the best things about living in Naples and Collier County is our easy access to the beautiful Gulf of Mexico beaches. What's even better is that residents are able to get a beach parking sticker allowing them to park for free at our beaches!
Are You a Resident of the City of Naples or Elsewhere in Collier County?
Both are entitled to the free beach parking sticker but where you live determines where you go to pick up the sticker.
If you live in the city of Naples
City Hall is where you'll want to go to get your beach parking sticker. It is located at 735 8th Street South. Bring your driver's license and vehicle registration. Those two must have the same address and name on them and originals are required--no copies are accepted there.
If you live in Collier County (non-city of Naples)
Any Community Center within one of our county parks can give out the passes. Bring your driver's license and vehicle registration with matching names and addresses.
View a full list of facilities where you can get your beach parking sticker. Hours vary from facility to facility.
Can I Get a Free Beach Parking Sticker if I'm a Part-Time Resident?
Yep! You don't have to be a full-time resident. You simply have to own property and pay taxes in Collier County. Bring a valid driver's license from any state and proof of ownership, with both showing the same name and Collier County residence address.
What Do I Have to Bring?
A driver's license (from any state)
A vehicle registration
Your current Collier County property tax bill or a deed if you closed in the past 3 months
Where Can I Use My Beach Sticker to Get Free Parking?
Your beach parking sticker will allow you free parking at any City of Naples or Collier County beach! Just one thing to note--Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park does not allow you to park for free. There is a small admission fee. At the time of publishing this article, the fee to enter is $6 but check the website to verify.
Rules Regarding Beach Parking in Naples and Collier County
You must stick the beach parking sticker to the lower, driver's side of the inside of your windshield.
Naples beach parking stickers do expire after 1 year and the expiration month is punched out. The sticker expires on the last day of the month punched.
You cannot move the sticker from one vehicle to another (see rule 1 above)
A Few Details to Note
Vehicles with valid beach parking stickers may park for free in metered spaces.
Those with disabilities are already to park for free under state law and a beach parking sticker is not required.
Company-registered vehicles can get a sticker too. The official rule states that the applicant must provide corporation paperwork proving they are a named owner or partner with legal ownership rights in that company.
Collier County allows part-time property owners to get a sticker for a rental car if they bring the rental agreement (with the property owner's name on it). This is a massive perk for snowbirds who fly down and rent a car for the season!
Getting your beach parking sticker is a rite of passage for residents new to Naples! If you have any questions or need some help finding your next piece of paradise, please get in touch!
