Captiva Island Live Cam

Captiva Island is a barrier island located off the southwest coast of Florida, in the Gulf of Mexico. The island has a rich and colorful history that dates back thousands of years, starting with the indigenous Calusa people who lived on the island and surrounding areas for over 2,500 years.

The Calusa were a powerful tribe of Native Americans who controlled much of Southwest Florida, including Captiva Island, during the 16th century. They were skilled fishermen and farmers who built impressive shell mounds and engineered water management systems.

In the late 19th century, the island began to attract European settlers who came to the area for fishing and farming opportunities. The first permanent resident of Captiva Island was William Herbert Binder, who arrived in 1888 and built a home on the island.