bicycle riding in North Collier Regional Park
North Collier Regional Park. North Collier Regional Park has an elevated boardwalk through the preserve and a two-and-a-half-mile paved trail. The trail is not wide so single lane riding is a must but in general the paths are usually lightly traveled. Parking is available throughout the park and there is no fee to use the trails. Bathrooms and water fountains are available at the gym.
15000 Livingston Road, Naples • www.colliergov.net
Corkscrew Bird Rookery Swamp Trail is a12 mile trail adjacent to Corskscrew Swamp open from sunrise to sunset daily. The trail is good for flat-tire bikes, walking or even pushing strollers or walking your dog. The signage allows you to choose distances so you know where to turn back depending on how long you wish to ride. You’ll find an abundance of wildlife and beautiful scenery along the trail. There is a portable toilet in the parking lot as well as a few picnic tables along the route.
1295 Shady Hollow Blvd. West, Naples. • www.crewtrust.org
The Gordon River Greenway is a 1-½ mile nature loop starting at Golden Gate parkway and going south past the Conservancy. The paved trail is open to walkers, runners, and cyclists. Most of the trail is 12-feet wide with ample room for riding. There is a restroom at the start of the trail in the parking lot.
www.gordonrivergreenway.org
Rich King Memorial Greenway is approximately 3 miles long and connects Radio and Rattlesnake roads. There are no designated parking lots but you can leave your car at one of the shopping centers. The path is very flat so it’s a great choice for rides with kids of differing abilities or new cyclists. Be wary of walkers as well as hot, sunny days—there is no shade on the path.
Old Naples. Park downtown and then ride the five-mile length of Gulf Shore Blvd. to Gordon Pass. You’ll be able to use bike lanes the entire way and can stop at any of the beaches for a break.
Visiting or don’t have bicycles? Naples Cycle Tours offers a variety of guided tours that includes your equipment plus snack and water. Their 2-hour Old Naples Guided Bicycle Tour is a good choice for a family with children 12 and over. The tour is open to all levels and includes a scenic ride on pavement with stops at Naples landmarks. Tour cost is $59.00 per person plus tax. Children 14 or under are 1/2 price with 2 paying adults.
www.naplesbicycletours.com/home.html