Martin County

Martin County sits on Florida's southeastern coast between the Atlantic Ocean and the inland waters of the St. Lucie River. The area stretches from oceanfront beaches to wooded uplands and wetlands farther inland, where trails and waterways thread through the terrain.

The county was carved from neighboring St. Lucie and Palm Beach counties in 1925. It received its name from the sitting governor, who supported the area's growth and helped establish it as a separate administrative unit.

The region takes its name from Governor John W. Martin, who served when it was formed. Visitors find a coastal lifestyle centered on fishing, boating, and conservation efforts that shape daily routines along the shore.

Travelers reach the area via Interstate 95 or Florida's Turnpike, both of which run through the region. Several major airports lie within a two-hour drive and offer connections to national and international destinations.

The mouth of the St. Lucie River forms a lagoon system with unusual biological variety, where salt and fresh water mix. Scientists use the waterway regularly for field studies on fish populations and coastal ecology.

Location: Florida

Inception: May 30, 1925

Capital city: Stuart

Reference: 12-085

Shares border with: St. Lucie County, Palm Beach County, Hendry County, Glades County, Okeechobee County

Website: http://martin.fl.us

GPS coordinates: 27.08000,-80.40000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:16