Naples to Marco island inside?

[Pmcsurf1]

Navionics app doesn't show much water inside. Could go outside but tomorrow is calling for 20 knts.
Anyone with local knowledge of the inside?
We need 4.5 feet.

 

[rclarke246]

I make this trip VERY often. I draw 3.5' and never have touched.
Go with a fat tide and you'll be OK. Oh, I see this post was yesterday. How'd you make out?

 

[Swfla]

It's well marked. Be aware that about half way the green and red makers switch sides.

 

[Pmcsurf1]

We came down the outside. Hugged the beach and dodged two westerly cells. Made it okay. Thanks for the reply. Any must see Marco spots?

 

[rgano]

Navionics app doesn't show much water inside. Could go outside but tomorrow is calling for 20 knts.
Anyone with local knowledge of the inside?
We need 4.5 feet.

Made it in my GB42 with a 4-plus foot draft - at high tide.