Description:
Archie Carr is a linear refuge stretching for 20.5 miles between Melbourne and Wabasso along Florida's east coast. It protects the best nesting habitat for loggerhead and green sea turtles in the United States. It is the second most important nesting beach in the world for loggerheads: up to 17,000 nests are laid annually within the ACNWR. This represents 23-35% of all loggerhead and green sea turtle nests in the U.S. To help preserve this globally important nesting ground the Service has established a partnership with State and local governments and private conservation groups to acquire and manage this beachfront property. The primary management thrust is to provide long term protection of this habitat for sea turtles and other listed species as well as providing compatible public use. 

Directions:
From northbound I-95: Melbourne US 192 east to A1A. South on A1A approximately 5 miles to the northern boundary of the Refuge. An entrance sign located at Coconut Point Park designates the northern boundary of the Refuge.From southbound I-95: Fellsmere SR 512 east to SR510 to A1A. North on A1A approximately two miles. An entrance sign located at Golden Sands Park designates the southern boundary.

RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

• Fishing