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South Florida's beaches offer incredible opportunities to connect with sea turtles up close! Whether you dream of seeing a massive loggerhead nesting under the stars, or cheering on a wave of hatchlings as they dash to the sea, there's an experience waiting for you.
Sea Turtle Nesting Walks
Observe a loggerhead sea turtle nesting event (typically June and July). Reservations are required for all walks.
Address: 6503 N. Ocean Drive
Contact: (954) 924-3859 | Website
Schedule: Wednesdays and Fridays, starting at 9:00 p.m. (June and July). Regular park admission fees apply.
Address: 401 SW 2nd Place
Contact: (954) 713-0929 | Website
Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. (June and July).
Address: 1801 N. Ocean Blvd.
Reservations: Online
Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 8:45 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. (late May - mid-July).
Sea Turtle Hatchling Releases
Observe hatchlings journey to the ocean (typically July and August). Pre-registration and ticket purchase required for all releases.
Address: 8000 N Ocean Drive, Dania Beach
Contact: (954) 262-3672 | BCSTCP Facebook
Schedule: 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (July and August). Check BCSTCP Facebook for specific dates.
Address: 751 Sheridan Street
Contact: (954) 357-5161 (press 0) | Website
Schedule: Wednesday and Friday, 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (July and August).
Address: 1801 N. Ocean Blvd.
Reservations: Online
Schedule:
- Mid-July - Mid-August: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
- Late-August - Mid-September: Monday - Thursday, 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Address: 6767 Crandon Blvd.
Contact: (305) 666-5885 | Website
Schedule: Thursday - Saturday, 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (July - September)
Address: 10800 Collins Avenue
Contact: (305) 666-5885 | Website
Schedule: Thursday - Saturday, 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (July - September)
Dive deeper by visiting rehabilitation centers and attractions that showcase the wonder of sea turtles and the crucial efforts to ensure their future.
Connect With Us
E-mail: seaturtles@nova.edu
Phone: (954) 262-3672
Sea Turtle Emergency Response Line
If you see a dead, sick, or injured sea turtle or hatchling(s) in Broward County, call (954) 328-0580.
For over 30 years, NSU has been contracted by Broward County to implement and manage the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program, which monitors sea turtle nesting activity on over 24 miles of Broward County beaches.
