Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge, National Wildlife Refuge in Melbourne Beach and Wabasso Beach, United States
The refuge extends across 20.5 miles of Florida's eastern coastline, protecting beaches, dunes, coastal strands, maritime hammocks, and mangrove habitats.
The United States Fish and Wildlife Service established this protected area in 1991 to preserve critical nesting grounds for sea turtles along Florida's coast.
Named after Dr. Archie Carr Jr., the refuge continues his scientific legacy through research programs and conservation initiatives for marine species.
Visitors can explore the Barrier Island Center's exhibits, follow the dune-to-lagoon nature trail, or observe wildlife from accessible boardwalks between 9 AM and 5 PM.
This protected shoreline hosts the world's largest concentration of loggerhead sea turtle nests and North America's primary green turtle nesting location.
Location: Brevard County
Location: Indian River County
Inception: 1991
Website: https://fws.gov/archiecarr
GPS coordinates: 27.91667,-80.48333
Latest update: March 4, 2025 06:00
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