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Hutchinson Island, FL
A Secluded Barrier Island in the Greater Stuart Florida Region

Stuart, Florida’s Best-Kept Secret

Home to champagne surf and miles of pristine, population-lacking beaches, Hutchinson Island feels as though it never made it on the map. But that’s precisely the most alluring feature of vacation to this Treasure Coast barrier island, located a stone’s throw from Stuart, Florida.
A star to represent a Hutchinson in the outline of Florida.

Flanked by indigo blue ocean on one side and the Indian River Lagoon on the other, this tranquil Treasure Coast barrier island boasts a 23-mile coastline of beautiful beaches, wildlife, and preserves

Location
Spanning parts of Martin and St. Lucie County on Florida’s eastern coast, the barrier island is conveniently close to the charm of Stuart, FL hotels and attractions
Vacation Type
Beachfront Resorts, Romance, Active, Family, Adventure
Hutchinson Island Accomodations
Luxury hotels near Stuart Florida, boutique hotels, full-service resorts
Top Attractions
House of Refuge Museum at Gilbert’s Bar, Elliott Museum of Classic Cars, Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center, Bathtub Reef Beach, 17 unique beaches, Jetty Park, Dowtown Jensen Beach, fishing
Nearest Airports
• Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) – 50 miles away
• Treasure Coast International Private Airport (FPR) – 15 miles away
• Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) – 60 miles away
Fast Fact
Hutchinson Island is one of the most densely populated sea turtle nesting areas in the world as the island’s pristine, undeveloped beaches make it an ideal nesting ground for loggerhead, green, and leatherback sea turtles

Where to Stay Near Stuart, FL

For those searching for luxury hotels in Stuart, Florida, these Hutchinson Island resorts provide an elevated oceanfront experience on Jensen Beach with spacious suites, private beach access, and signature amenities.

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Your Guide to Hutchinson Island, FL

Hutchinson Island is just a hop, skip and jump away from Jensen Beach and Stuart, two of Florida’s most charming and historic towns. Here’s how you make the most of it all.

Hutchinson Island Top To-Dos

EAT & DRINK

Seafood, steak, and pizza dishes at Drift Kitchen & Bar in Jensen Beach, Florida.

10 Best Restaurants in Jensen Beach, Florida

The best part of a getaway? Digging into an eating adventure. And, lucky for you, Hutchinson Island serves as a perfectly positioned launch point to all of Jensen Beach’s local flavor that will leave you pleasantly surprised and happily stuffed.

Your Jensen Beach Dining Guide
A woman in a white dress rides a white horse along the shoreline of a beach, with gentle waves lapping at the sand and sunlight reflecting on the water.

4 Unexpected Highlights Around Hutchinson Island

If you’re looking for things to do in Hutchinson Island and its neighboring town of Stuart, Florida, you’ll appreciate this slightly eclectic but can’t-miss mix of activities.

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Indian Riverside Park on Hutchinson Island.

A Day Spent at Indian Riverside Park

From pretend pirate battles to real-life sailing games, this park – perched on the edge of the Indian River Lagoon – blows your average neighborhood park out of the water.

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