There are many attractions near Wiggins Pass Beach. Naples Botanical Garden is a botanical garden that was founded in 1993. Seven unique natural habitats and ecosystems are represented in the garden, which includes cultivated gardens, preservation areas, and features over 1000 plant species. Baker Park is a waterfront park located along the Gordan river. The park offers many amenities including a kayak launch, outdoor fitness facility, picnic shelters, a sunrise terrace, and playgrounds. Freedom Park is a preserve named after the Freedom Memorial, which is now under construction and pays respect to the people fallen in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, as well as the heroes of past and present battles. Visitors can spot many types of birds and animals including great white herons, ibis, green herons, great blue herons, red-shouldered hawks, a barred owl, pileated woodpeckers, green herons, great blue herons, little blue herons, great white herons, raccoons, gray squirrels, marsh rabbits, river otter, armadillos, alligators, turtles, snakes, and frogs. If you are looking for another attraction near Wiggins Pass Beach, Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens is a zoological park and a botanical garden that was established by conservationist and botanist Dr. Henry Nehrling. Exotic animals and birds including the African lion, Malayan tiger, clouded leopard, American alligator, gopher tortoise, red-shouldered hawk, and military macaw can be found among mature trees and exotic plants.