Island Bay Wilderness

Island Bay Wilderness protects 9,000 acres of untouched Florida coastline where mangrove forests meet the Gulf of Mexico. This roadless barrier island chain is accessible only by boat—no crowds, no development, just raw coastal wilderness. It’s critical habitat for manatees, sea turtles, and wading birds that most people will never see. These islands do the quiet work of storm protection and ecosystem health while staying completely off the radar. Rep a wilderness that proves Florida is more than beaches and theme parks.