Skip to main content
EN

Local Sea Turtle Monitoring

Published: 11/22/2021  |  Updated: 04/28/2025

We are thankful for the many local organizations who dedicate their time and resources to help keep our nesting sea turtles safe each year. Learn more about these organizations and their sea turtle programs by clicking on the links below.

 

Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) 

hatchlingline-img952019061895081211-1.jpg

 

Turtle Time

track-nest131-sanibelwest-11may2020.jpg

 

State parks use a combination of park rangers and volunteers to help manage sea turtle nests. Check out our local state beach parks below.

  1. Cayo Costa State Park
  2. Lovers Key State Park
  3. Gasparilla Island State Park

 

All photos courtesy of the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF).

Trip-Planning Inspiration

Even if you want to spend every moment on the shores of Fort Myers, it's worth it to spend some time on land exploring the area's

Sea cows. Herbivores of the ocean. There are lots of ways to describe Florida manatees, but we’re just happy to have them around

Fort Myers' islands, beaches and neighborhoods offer some of the best viewing spots for sunsets. No matter where you stay, there