Tigertail Beach

Tigertail Beach is a public beach in Marco Island Florida. It is open everyday from 8 am until sunset. The beach is free to access, but there is a parking fee of $8.00. Annual permits are available at a discounted cost for those who intend to make multiple visits to the beach. The beach is a popular destination for residents and visitors. There are a number of amenities onsite including showers and restrooms, concession stands that serve beverages and food, a children's play area, a rental area where visitors can rent beach chairs, beach umbrellas and water sports equipment, a boardwalk and a butterfly garden. There are also volleyball nets in an area set aside for beachgoers who want to enjoy volleyball. Tigertail is one of a few beaches in the Marco Island area and is one of the most developed beaches, making it popular. In addition to beach-going, visitors to Marco Island can enjoy lush tropical foliage, more than 200 species of birds, including bald eagles, boating expeditions, sunbathing, snorkeling, fishing, shopping, windsurfing adventures and a variety of eco-tours. Eco-tourism is a growing market that allows people to vacation without feeling as if they are harming the environment. It also puts them back in touch with the natural surroundings, which Marco Island has plenty of.