Naples in Collier County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
The Naples Pier
Photographed by Don Morfe, March 12, 2002
1. The Naples Pier Marker
Built in 1888 as a freight and passenger dock, the Naples Pier stands as a community landmark. Narrow gauge train rails spanning the length of the pier transported freight and baggage in the early 1900s. Part of the structure as well as the post office located on the pier was razed by fire in 1922. Rebuilt after damage by hurricane in 1910, 1926, and 1960, it remains a public symbol of the areas history.
Erected 1971 by Naples Jaycees in Cooperation with Department of State. (Marker Number F-187.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1888.
Location. 26° 7.899′ N, 81° 48.36′ W. Marker is in Naples, Florida, in Collier County. It can be reached from 12th Avenue South west of Gulf Shore Boulevard South when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 25 12th Ave S, Naples FL 34102, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is on Florida’s Gulf Coast. It is also in the American South and on the Gulf Coast. Globally, it is in the
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: Palm Cottage (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Terra Palma 1912 (about 800 feet away); 1930 Beach Home (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Naples Canal (approx. 0.7 miles away); Crayton Cove (approx. 0.7 miles away); The Naples Depot (approx. 1.1 miles away); a different marker also named The Naples Depot (approx. 1.1 miles away); Tin City (approx. 1.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Naples.
Also see . . . The Naples Florida Pier, Southwest Floridas Famous Historic Landmark. Naples Florida Travel Guide (Submitted on July 24, 2024, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Photographed by Lou Donkle
2. Marker with artwork (refurbished)
Photographed by Don Morfe, March 12, 2002
3. The Naples Pier Marker
Photographed by Don Morfe, March 12, 2002
4. The Naples Pier
Photographed by Lou Donkle
5. Entrance Area to the Naples Pier
Photographed by Patrick Duggan, July 1, 2025
6. The Naples Fishing Pier Marker
The Naples Fishing Pier
First built in 1889, destroyed by Hurricane Donna, September 10, 1960. Rebuilt as a gift to the community by Mr. and Mrs. Lester J. Norris. Dedicated July 4, 1961.
Lavern Norris Gaynor
Established the camera on the Naples Pier so many enjoy viewing. Through her generosity and vision, the pier has continued to be a gift, originally given to the community by her parents, Dellora & Lester Norris. Dedicated December 20, 2021, the first Lavern Norris Gaynor Day in the City of Naples.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 3, 2025. It was originally submitted on March 1, 2016, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. This page has been viewed 1,008 times since then and 49 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on March 1, 2016, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. 2. submitted on September 13, 2023, by Lou Donkle of Valparaiso, Indiana. 3, 4. submitted on March 1, 2016, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. 5. submitted on September 13, 2023, by Lou Donkle of Valparaiso, Indiana. 6. submitted on July 2, 2025, by Patrick Duggan of Los Angeles, California. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
