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Welcome to Marco Island, Florida

 

 

 

Before being taken over by modern day population, Marco Island was settled by the Calusa Native Americans and country pioneers. Back when Christopher Columbus explored this great country, the Calusa Native Americans were already settled along the Florida coast making use of the state's natural resources and raw materials. In the early 1500s, Spanish explorers began settling the land of Florida in search of land and freshwater for their survival. Did you know that it wasn't until after the Civil War that Marco Island was habited by our modern day people? Although the Calusa Native Americans were the original known settlers of Marco Island, the first actually credited discoverer of the island was William Thomas Collier. He came across Marco Island in the year 1870 when the Island was known as "Old Marco Village."

 

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Now, years later, travelers come from all around to explore and enjoy this wondrous island. There are over 6 miles of sand beach filled with shells of all kinds and wildlife. Imagine walking into the ocean for a family swim and coming across manatees, jelly fish, and a variety of other sea creatures. This is an everyday occurrence for vacationers and full time residents. Marco Island has a completely opposite population schedule than most of the United States. Its peak recreational season is during the winter season when around 35,000 vacationers visit the Island. If you are to visit during the summer season, you will have peace and serenity so you can relax and have fun at your own pace. Property values are constantly rising and there is less property becoming available as more people from all over the world occupy the island. Houses and condos are being built to support the rising demand of occupancy on Marco Island because of the great amount of natural resources, recreational activities and fantastic scenery. The residents are friendly and welcome you to visit the next time you're looking for that perfect vacation spot.

 

Interesting Facts About Marco Island, Florida

 

  • Peak Season: Winter
  • Largest of the Ten Thousand Islands in Florida
  • Known as the "Paradise Coast"
  • More than 200 Species of Birds
  • Total Area: 24 Square Miles
  • Non-Peak Population: Around 15,000
  • Tropical/Sub-Tropical Climate
  • Average Temperature: 85 Degrees

 

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