Collier County’s desirable coast reaches its zenith at Barefoot Beach Preserve, where numerous animal species reside and visitors are able to enjoy the ambience of the park’s natural surroundings. Barefoot Beach Preserve is 342 acres of natural land, one of the last undeveloped barrier islands on Florida’s Southwest coast. Visit Friends of Barefoot Beach Preserve and FGCU Gopher Tortoise Websites.

Barefoot Beach Access is located 20 feet off Bonita Beach Road on Lely Barefoot Boulevard the access provides an open, peaceful location for sunbathers. Barefoot Beach Preserve Park is located just South of this access point. Just North is Bonita Beach Park, which has public rest rooms, showers and concessions. In addition to the thriving wildlife and sea life that can be observed at this location, the 96 parking spaces make it possible for all to enjoy.