Sarah P.

What a fab spot. I spent two separate days investigating the lagoon part of Tigertail. This is a nature lover's dream. It is tranquil, peaceful, pretty and allows you to be at one with nature. I recommend.

Kimberly F.

After a year of not visiting Tigertail beach I feel really disappointed of going back. They restrooms have been out of order for over more than a year. I used the restrooms they have on a trailer and I have to say people are discussing leaving toilet full of feces , sanitary pads and blood. Not only that there was some many dead flies it was crazy to enter . I really regret not taking photos but this bathrooms are not getting cleaned whatsoever .

Nicole V.

Came for a day trip and loved how secluded the beach was and the different entries (whether you want access to lagoon or the ocean). Entry was $10 which isn't bad considering bathroom and ample beach access.

Brielle P.

A beach unique beach in Marco island! $10 to park all day with restroom facilities, educational information and kids playground. When you park your car you can either walk straight through the water and mangroves or you can park more to the left and walk around the water. Both are a long walk and I wish this was advertised somewhere as we brought my parents and they are handicapped. At first we brought our beach wagon and realized we had to go thru the water (or walk around) so we decided to put the wagon and chairs back in the car and just go with our bags and towels. This was easier for us since the parents can't walk too far and it was very hot out so we thought walking thru water would be easier. It was a decent walk but manageable. Try to go at low tide so when you cross it won't be too high water. Once you cross the brown water and mangroves you will see a beautiful white sand beach! Bring your water shoes because there's a lot of shells. We enjoyed the day at tigertail beach!

Ethan T.

We had a great experience at this location recently while visiting Marco Island. It's one of your better and less trafficked beaches, at least on the weekdays. Of course, the buildings and the playgrounds center on the first boardwalk, which takes you to the lagoon area and the furthest point from the white sandy beach. I would recommend parking in the second and flat gravel parking lot that is furthest away from these buildings and furthest to the left as you face the beach. This will allow you to utilize the boardwalk that is closest to the White Sandy Beach and you won't have the long walk to circumnavigate the lagoon area.

Delaney B.

Visited for the first time yesterday and enjoyed it! Ocean wasn't as blue as we had hoped from pictures we had seen but it was still nice! Had a secluded feel and wasn't too crowded. Probably the best beach in Florida yet for seashells and wildlife

Rhonda W.

Wasnt worth 8 bucks. But we just wanted to take a quick look not spend the day. We hadnt been to Marco in MANY years but for years we had came every year until we heard about Sanibel. We prefer Sanibel by far. We were in the area and decide to check out our old beloved haunts. Wow everything was very different. Completely built up and crowded such a shame. The first time I came to Tiger Tail we were just dating. IT was a hidden gem. We were the only ones on the beach back then you can just drive right up and Park. it was free, peaceful just gorgeous ...calm water. We didn't have her bathing suits but with the sandbars you could wait out pretty far just in your shorts and the water was so clear you could see a couple fish. This was our first trip to Florida together then it was a yearly vacation. Years later they turned it into some estuary or Nature Preserve and the Beautiful Beach turned into overgrown smelly mosquito haven. Now you have to pay $8 . There are 4 parking lots and boardwalk to the water. To get to the open ocean and beach try for the parking at last lot by a bathroom. Turn right to The closest water was a lagoon that looked like a lake with dirt sand beach that was ugly. Probably good for fishing. To get to the rest beach turn left and be prepared for a long hot walk. We were in our clothes and no water .. the sun really beats down white sand. Would really such to walk all that way carrying beach bag, umbrella and cooler. No reason to come here if you are staying on the island with beach. If you arent staying at a hotel with easy beach access this might be a place worth your trip. Was nice to check it out after so long but that changes were sad.

Mark M.

No thank you! That's what I'm saying the next time someone wants to hang out on Tigertail Beach. It's a pain in the ass, and literally everywhere else. Why you may ask? Several reasons, - the walk from the parking lot to the beach is about 20 minutes, and we nearly died of heat exhaustion in mid-July from the lack of any wind and the scorching sun beating down on us during that painful walk. Yes, we parked at the end of the parking lot, but it's still a really long walk to the beach! -the sand is white and fine, but it's still pretty darn hard -seaweed was on the beach and in the water. The water was very cloudy and dark green in color. -no lifeguards, no change rooms, not a single convenient thing near the water - you have to pay for parking, $8 For Marco Island beaches, I rather go to the South beach than this Tigertail beach. I have no desire on returning here.

Thuha N.

This is such an interesting beach. Nice walkway, great amenities, but you do have to walk across the sand bar to get to the actual beach. The observation deck is really lovely too. We went kayaking down the road and couldn't find a parking space. We really only needed to wash off, but the beach is a nice surprise and the kiddies didn't mind all the ice cream sandwiches from the shoppe.

Lienni V.

My partner and I were camping nearby and decided to go to the beach and this was the closest to the campground. Parking was just $8 and they only accept cards. It took us about 15 minutes to find parking as it was pretty full. Near the restroom, there is a " map" which shows the lagoon and behind the beach. The parking attendant had informed us to walk left from the last parking lot until we saw the beach so that's what we did. It took about 20 minutes until we saw the beach. There was a lot of people but it is very spacious so we didn't have a hard time finding a spot. Immediately right after finding a spot, we went straight into the water which was very cold and murky. Overall, I would probably return as it wasn't awful and it was refreshing but maybe next time I will go through the lagoon as others Mentioned.

Jo H.

This beach is one of the most beautiful I have been to. It is found at the end of a residential road, Hernando Drive. You pay $8 for parking, currently credit card only. The pass is good all day so if you leave during the day, you can come back later. If you want to go to the lagoon part of the beach, park in that first lot nearest the payment booth. There is a concession stand, restrooms and a playground there. I did not care for the lagoon area as it was muddy and there were lots of flies. I've read other reviews where people loved it so it may just be the time of day/year or maybe the weather as it had recently rained that morning. So we got in the car and continued to the left most parking lot. It ends, and there are restrooms there also. There is a wooden bridge that takes you to the beginning of the sand part. Then it is about a 20 minute walk to the water. The sandy area is so vast! The beach sand is soft and fine. Near the waters edge are piles and piles of shells. Some beauties if you take the time to sift through. If you're interested in unbroken conch shells, wade out about 20 feet or so, and there is a bit of a ledge of sand. The conchs seem to get caught up in that area. We got 4 in less than an hour. This was a great spot to hang for an afternoon.

Martine K.

5 stars for Shelling....... We didn't know what to expect. I had Googled to find good shelling beaches and this was one and boy did it not disappoint. There are so many shells with different varieties. I even found several sand dollars and starfish. You pay $8 at the gate and the attendant asked us if we have ever been before. We replied no and she explained that if we went to the left it would be a shorter walk to the beach. She mentioned the lagoon and gulf beach but we weren't really paying full attention to her. We went all the way left and there were a lot of cars there and a bathroom and shower. We walked down the walkway path and then took a left. It was a long walk to the beach area and after you make the turn its a long way down to the water. The beach here is super expansive. We were hot and exhausted from the long walk and were happy to "cool" off in the water. I say that because the water is warm near the shore so not that much relief. We continued walking and picking up fabulous shells and the skies to the right of us started to look ominous. We didn't want to go back from the way we came so we asked people how to exit. They said to follow a nearby path to get to the Lagoon. They informed us it was waist deep when they came in. We continued on the path to the Lagoon and sure enough it was waist deep and took us 5 minutes to cross. So it became an adventure and by the time we got to the other side the skies opened up and we were poured upon. That was refreshing! All in all a fun time and we got some awesome shells .