The Naples Pier is a favorite spot for residents and visitors to fish, people watch and enjoy the spectacular Southwest Florida Sunsets. In early July of 2015, renovations were started on this historic landmark. The Naples Pier is scheduled to reopen in early November, 2015. To watch exclusive video of the first new sections of the Naples Pier being unloaded from the barge on July 14th, 2015, go to: https://youtu.be/JSidd9Tz5uM
Enjoy the solitude of this two minute paddle downstream on the beautiful Imperial River in Bonita Springs, FL. Kayak provided courtesy of: CGT Kayaks, Inc. For kayak, canoe and paddle board rentals, sales and supplies, visit: www.cgtkayaks.com
You have to see it to believe it! This enormous reticulated python at Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens is over 19 feet long and weighs approximately 200 pounds, and she’s still growing!!! To learn more about this fascinating reptile, visit: http://napleszoo.com/Visitor_Info/zoo-events/pythons.html
The ibis is a common sight in SW Florida. Most of you have seen flocks of them parading throughout the neighborhood, probing lawns in search of food. But how many of you have seen them nesting? In July of 2014, we were fortunate enough to get a shot of a nesting ibis with her chicks at the Naples Zoo. Enjoy! See more of the Naples Zoo bird rookery @ http://swfltv.com/?p=1780
Enjoy this sunset at Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park, captured with the SWFL-TV PeliCam drone. Recorded: 08/27/15
Enjoy this exclusive aerial video captured in 4K Ultra HD! The 5 minute flyover starts with Joe greeting us at the front entrance and ends at Wiggins Pass. Barefoot Beach has been named the #2 best beach in the Nation for 2015 by Dr. Beach. Learn more about Barefoot Beach Preserve at: http://friendsofbarefootbeach.org/ Collier County’s desirable coast reaches its zenith at Barefoot Beach Preserve, where numerous plant and animal species reside and visitors are able to enjoy the ambience of the […]
Wiggins Pass in North naples, FL is the mouth of the Cocohatchee River. The pass is is a popular spot for local fisherman and photographers. Wiggins Pass is bordered by Barefoot Beach Preserve to the north, and Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park on the south.
Located at the mouth of the Cocohatchee River, Wiggins Pass provides access to the Gulf of Mexico for boaters in North Naples. The pass is also a popular spot for local fisherman. Enjoy this bird’s-eye view of the pass captured with the SWFL-TV PeliCam.
Starting above the north end of Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park, the SWFL-TV PeliCam flies over Wiggins Pass giving you an unsurpassed birds-eye view of the southern half of Barefoot Beach Preserve County Park. The preserve is a 342 acre undeveloped barrier island with 8200′ feet of unspoiled beach and sand dunes. The south end of the park is by far the best part. From parking lot #3, visitors can hike the 1.5 mile looped Saylor Nature Trail where they can […]
Make your vacation one to remember. The entire family will love Holiday Water Sports of Fort Holiday Water Sports of Ft. Myers Beach, Inc. From Dolphin Adventure Tours and Parasailing rides to just relaxing on the beach under one of their oversized umbrellas, there are so many ways to enjoy the warm Florida sunshine at Holiday Water Sports! Rental items include: beach chairs & umbrellas, Yamaha WaveRunners, kayaks, stand up paddleboards, Hobie Cats, Aqua-Cycle water Trikes, pontoon and center console […]
See if you can spot the dolphin in this video! Located in the marina at Pink Shell Resort & Marina, Holiday Adventure Tours & Boat Rentals offers shelling cruises, sightseeing and fishing charters. The Sunset Cruise is always a family favorite. And their fleet of top quality rental boats provide the perfect opportunity to take your family on a self-guided adventure through Estero Island’s back bay. Learn more at: http://www.holidaywatersportsfmb.com/
Just 2 blocks north of the Naples Pier, 10th Ave S is just one of the many avenues that offer easy access and parking for beach goers.
A medium-sized, slender heron of the southeastern United States, the Tricolored Heron was formerly known as the Louisiana Heron. For years, herons, egrets, ibis, anhingas, and other birds have nested at Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens – drawn by the natural protection against tree-climbing predators provided by the giant reptiles of Alligator Bay. This rookery is active in the spring and early summer. Over half a dozen species nest around the bay with an average of around 80 nests. See […]
What is everybody looking at? If you have ever been to the Naples Pier for sunset, chances are you might have seen this Osprey. Unique among North American raptors for its diet of live fish and ability to dive into water to catch them, Ospreys are common sights soaring over shorelines, patrolling waterways, and standing on their huge stick nests, white heads gleaming. learn more about Ospreys @ http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Osprey/id Recorded: April 7th, 2015. Video credit: MyitownTV Video Productions http://myitowntvvideoproduction.com
Located just north of Doctors Pass at 2700 Gulf Shore Blvd N, Via Miramar Beach is one of the hidden gems in Naples. It’s one of our favorite places to get pictures and video of Hobie Cats on the beach. From US 41 in the Moorings, head west on Harbour Drive, Left on Gulf Shore Blvd N to Via Miramar. Location: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Miramar-Beach/254894931196889Facebook map Recorded: Easter Sunday, 2015 at 8:30 AM Video credit: MyitownTV Video Productions http://myitowntvvideoproduction.com
The 18th Ave S beach is just 6 blocks south of the famous Naples Pier. There is a limited number of metered and permit parking spaces. During season, holidays and weekends the parking lot fills up fast, so get there early. This video was taken when the wind was blowing in from the Gulf of Mexico. Generally the surf in Naples is pretty mild, especially during the late fall and winter months.
Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park in Naples, FL boasts one of the most pristine stretches of beach in the world. Every day, this tropical beach paradise beckons visitors to partake in vast peaceful views of the Gulf of Mexico, and experience the many shorebirds and wildlife that gather here every year. Learn more about the park @ https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/Delnor-Wiggins
Eco-adventure in the heart of Southwest Florida! Just a few miles from the popular sugary sand beaches of Naples, Florida, rests thousands of acres of untouched terrain filled with native wildlife. Orange Jeep Tours is one of the top-rated tours on Trip Advisor in the Naples/Ft. Myers area giving visitors the chance to glimpse rare animal species, discover local history and folklore, and have fun while enjoying a 90-minute narrated Jeep tour. It’s a fun activity for the entire family. […]
Enjoy this SWFL-TV Ultra HD (4K) exclusive video as you soar above Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park, getting a birds-eye view of its beautiful mile-long stretch of white sandy beach and Wiggins Pass. Located in North Naples, Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park was voted the #10 Best Beach in the Nation by Dr. Beach for 2014. Learn more about the park at: http://swfltv.com/archives/1078 Make sure you click on the 2160p (4K) option at the bottom right corner of the YouTube player. It’s […]
Situated on 1,500 feet of sugary white sand at the tip of Estero Island, Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina offers four-star Fort Myers Beach hotel accommodations all overlooking the Gulf of Mexico in a playful and friendly atmosphere. Located along the beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel, with sweeping gulf and bay views, Pink Shell is the premier choice of Fort Myers hotels for guests seeking adventure, relaxation, and fun. We’ve established new traditions for Florida vacationers with a […]
Enjoy an hour-and-a-half compressed into 30 seconds. There’s 2 different shots so watch till the end. And please “SHARE” if you like it! Learn more about The Naples Pier @ http://swfltv.com/archives/1643
14th Avenue South is one of our favorite places to park when we go to the beach in Naples. Plenty of parking and just a short walk to the Historic Naples Pier. The pier is a popular location for people watching, fishing and enjoying our spectacular SW Florida sunsets. Learn more about the Naples Pier @ http://swfltv.com/archives/1643 Recorded: April 7th, 2015. 8:30 – 9:30 AM Video credit: MyitownTV Video Productions http://myitowntvvideoproduction.com
While in Naples, the Naples Pier is not to be missed! Originally built in 1888 as a freight and passenger dock, today the pier stands as a community landmark. The historic Naples Pier is located on the Gulf of Mexico at the West end of 12th Avenue South. On-street parking is supplemented by a parking lot one block East, with additional parking at beach ends on the avenues to the north and south. The Naples Pier is a favorite location […]
On Monday, March 30th, we took a drive up to New Pass to see what was happening. Here’s a few shots we took from atop the bridge. Just north of the New Pass bridge is the entrance to Lee County Parks & Recreation Dog Beach. To watch our video that shows more of dog beach, go to: http://swfltv.com/archives/1029 Recorded: March 30, 2015. 3:30 PM
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