Shell Island Road Launch (Rookery Bay)
Rookery Bay · Collier County, Florida
Aerial view — parking & launch
Where it is
Rookery Bay, Collier County, FL
26.02500, -81.73500
Parking & access
Boat ramp/hand launch at the end of Shell Island Rd off Collier Blvd; limited dirt parking
About this spot
Start of the Shell Point Paddling Trail with mangrove tunnels and excellent birdwatching.
Know before you go
- • tidal currents
- • limited parking
- • shallow flats
- • remote, no facilities
Rentals, tours & lessons near here
Naples Outfitters
Locally owned Naples paddlesports shop with kayak & SUP rentals, biologist-led tours, lessons, and gear since 2004.
Rising Tide Explorers
Biologist-guided kayak eco-tours and rentals through Rookery Bay and the surrounding estuaries.
Independent local operators in this area. “Featured” means a paid placement. We may earn a referral fee from some links — see our disclosure.
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