The Projected Site Plan for the Preserve

The Marco Island Nature Preserve and Bird Sanctuary is a project the Marco Eagle Sanctuary Foundation started in 2010, and the land was purchased by the foundation in 2021 to preserve this green space for generations to come. Our efforts have provided the community with a place to walk our nature trail, and soon to come, our open-air pavilion. Visitors can now enjoy nature and our wildlife up close. The preserve site is located at 665 Tigertail Court, Marco Island, Florida. The project includes the replenishment of plants and trees native to the region so the public can experience the natural habitat of pre-development Marco Island which will preserve the home of our bird and wildlife population including a nesting pair of American Bald Eagles.

The Preserve is creating a high-profile destination for the island’s numerous visitors and demonstrate the level of concern the citizens of the area have in maintaining and preserving the wildlife and plants that are native to the area while also enriching the world class vacation destination that Southwest Florida provides.

Our web site will provide online access for the public to view educational videos in the future. We currently provide access to our nest cam for the world to view our American Eagle Nest during nesting season from October to May.

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Are there any rules that apply to my visit?

Yes, While visiting the preserve please protect our wildlife and their habitat by always remaining on the trail and follow these simple rules:

  • NO Smoking (Protection against Fire)
  • NO Pets
  • NO Bicycles, Scooters, or other Vehicles
  • NO Littering

ALWAYS REMAIN ON DESIGNATED PATHWAY

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Do you have a bird or wildlife rescue service?

No, we are strictly a Nature Preserve. The FWC Florida Wildlife Commission, or the Southwest Florida Conservancy both provide those services.

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What are the hours of operation, and where do I park ?

Our Nature Trail is open daily during daylight hours. Parking for those driving to the preserve is in the SWALE (this is the area between the street and the sidewalk). No overnight parking is permitted. Remember always to park in the direction of traffic, police will ticket any cars parked going against the traffic.

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Where is the Preserve located?

The Preserve is located at 665 Tigertail Ct. Marco Island FL.