If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation.

There are hundreds (maybe even thousands!)

of little islands in Florida, but we’re revealing 10 of our favorite hidden gems.

Cayo Costa State Park, Boca Grande

Credit: Jupiterimages / Getty Images

Here, we’re revealing 12 of our favorite little islands in Florida.

Pack your sense of adventure and see to it you have access to a boat.

You’re going to need both to explore these hidden gems scattered throughout the Sunshine State’s glittering waters.

Wesley’s Island, Florida

Credit: Courtesy of Visit St. Lucie County

Only accessible by boat, it’s also a great place for hiking and fishing.

Launch your expedition via boat from Marco Island and then cruise southeast through Cape Romano.

It’s a great spot for snorkeling.

Sunset over a marsh at the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge south of Naples, Florida

Credit:Diana Robinson Photography

Today 30 species fly freely throughout Pelican Island and the surrounding archipelagos off the coast ofVero Beach.

Nearby Little Munson Island is home to the Robinson Caruso-styleLittle Palm Island Resort & Spa.

Blowing Rocks Preserve

This craggy shoreline is truly a unique sight to behold.

Little Talbot Island

Credit: Courtesy of Kara Franker

Visitors have seen saltwater shoot upwards of 50 feet during extreme high tides.

Located in Palm Beach County, Peanut Island is an 80-acre sanctuary and a favorite spot for local boaters.

In the 1960s, the tiny island was home to a nuclear bunker for President John F. Kennedy.

Jack Island

Credit: Courtesy of Visit St. Lucie County

Today families anchor vessels surrounding the island for a fun-filled day of swimming and snorkeling.

Hoagen Key

Credit: Courtesy of Kara Franker

Pelican Island

Credit: Courtesy of Kara Franker

Little Munson Island

Credit: Courtesy of Kara Franker

Blowing Rocks Preserve

Credit: Courtesy of Martin County Office of Tourism

Geer Island

Credit: Courtesy of Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau

Peanut Island

Credit: Courtesy of Discover the Palm Beaches

Cayo Costa State Park

Credit: Jupiterimages / Getty Images

Water Shuttle to St Vincent Island, FL

Credit: Joe_Potato