Something pretty special is happening on our beaches right now. We’ve got you covered on what to know! Every year from May through October, sea turtles come ashore across Southwest Florida to nest, and both Marco Island and Fort Myers Beach are right in the middle of it.
How It Works
Female loggerhead and green sea turtles crawl up the beach at night, dig a nest, and lay around 100 eggs before heading back to the Gulf. About two months later, hatchlings make their own dash to the water.
How to Help While You’re Here
Fill in any holes you dig in the sand, knock down sandcastles before you leave, and steer clear of any marked nests. Skip flashlights and flash photography after dark. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has more on the season statewide.
Plan Your Beach Days
Browse Marco Island rentals or Fort Myers Beach rentals to find your home base for the season.
