Hutchinson Island is a barrier island off Florida's Atlantic coast. The island is home to miles of beaches, plentiful wildlife, museums, water sports and New York Mets baseball.
North and South Hutchinson islands offer 23 miles of beaches with natural sand dunes. Swim, sun or relax.
The natural reefs and shipwrecks off Hutchinson Island make this a great spot for scuba divers and snorkelers. Visitors can also sail, fish, surf or take a boat tour.
It's common to see manatees in island waters, especially during winter. Sea turtles lay eggs along the beaches; Florida Power and Light sponsors Turtle Walks so visitors get a chance to watch hatchlings. Several parks near the island are also great for birding.
Each year, the New York Mets hold spring training in nearby Port St. Lucie. For year-round baseball, watch the St. Lucie Mets. The weekly Jammin' Jensen and other small festivals bring local artists, music and other vendors to Jensen Beach.
The National Navy UDT-Seal Museum showcases Naval Special Warfare. The House of Refuge is a national historic site originally built to shelter survivors of shipwrecks.
