We absolutely loved DuBois Park and Beach. It's now one of our favorite family spots in Florida. With calm, shallow waters and a sandy lagoon perfect for kids, plus picnic areas and shady spots for relaxing, the experience completely blew us away. I've honestly never found another place quite like it for families. The water is calm, shallow, and sheltered, with no waves or strong current, making it ideal for time with our three-year-old. She loved playing at the water's edge, and the tranquil conditions made it much easier to relax without worrying about waves or tides. The setting is also beautiful, with sandy areas along both sides of the water, natural trees that provide real shade, and plenty of spots if you prefer to sit out in the sun. The park felt incredibly clean and well-cared-for, with picnic benches and grills throughout, public restrooms nearby, and a lifeguard tower, though no lifeguard was on duty when we visited. There is also a pirate-ship playground, which is a fun bonus for families if kids want a break from the water. One tip: the rubber surface gets very hot in the sun, so flip-flops or other shoes are a good idea. One of the highlights is watching boats come and go from the harbor from nearly every vantage point, giving the area an authentic Florida vibe. Crossing the bridge over the lagoon's mouth also leads directly to the beach. What truly impressed us was how welcoming and inclusive the park felt. We heard multiple languages, saw diverse families and groups enjoying themselves, and everyone seemed relaxed, content, and authentic. The genuine, easygoing atmosphere made the park even more memorable. It felt like a blend of locals and visitors, both welcoming and family-oriented, with immaculate grounds. Although parking fills up, it never feels hectic. We've visited many beaches in Florida and beyond, but this one genuinely stands out. We plan to return as often as possible. read more

I LOVE Dubois Park and grew up coming here. It's more of a hidden gem in Jupiter, which I love. It's more of a local beach and doesn't draw tourists so it's more quiet and a nicer experience. Very relaxing! I can sit here all day. Since I visited last time they have installed a children's play area with a pirates ship it's adorable. This is great for families with children. There are lots of picnic benches and areas to sit down. You can go in the water unless it says otherwise. There's a bridge which will take you from one side of the park to the other. This is a perfect place to come to take pictures. I recommend over the other beaches. Come visit! read more

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Great park. Limited parking and area availability. If you can't find parking at the park, then go around to the beach parking and walk over to the park. This park area is still new enough to not be overcrowded. This summer it will prob be crazy. Beautiful views, great weather, great area to chill in the water. BBQ it up! read more

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This park is amazing, and one of the best kid spots in South Florida- and it has recently been expanded! The original Dubois watering hole is a protected cove of water from the Jupiter Inlet that feeds into the Loxahatchee River - but it's saltwater. A kid paradise, really, as it is guarded, no waves, no sharks, but still small fish, and lots of kids go here. Excellent for non-swimmers. And they recently added on even more by expanding this area around the corner on the inlet side with another lifeguard, and more of this shallow area. They also upgraded the playground. This park is not just the cove- there is a historical house I've yet to explore, lots of shady picnic areas behind the parking lot, picnic areas along the inlet, and even a piece of land that has a several public docks along it which I believe are for kayak drops? This is on the North side. For little kids, this park is the bomb. Not a ton of shade, and parking can be rough on the weekends, but weekdays are more than fine. Even as my kids are getting older, they still love it, as you can interact with sea creatures here. read more

The water is shallow and clear. It's such a beautiful clean park with public restrooms and easy parking. Plenty of covered areas lifeguard stations. It's absolutely beautiful. read more

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A beautiful park jetty on a lagoon with beach frontage features swimming, boat slips, playground picnic grills, bathrooms, and showers. The water is so clean you can see your feet in the water. Jupiter is known for having beautiful clear water with free beaches no need to pay for this park. I only wished it would be closer to my home but I may make it my once-in-a-while escape. If you haven't been here ever I do recommend you give it a try.. read more

Awesome public park adjacent to Jupiter inlet with great amenities (beach access, free parking, public restrooms, outdoor shower stands). Not only with view of the ocean, the intercostal canal and the lighthouse, the park features a lagoon surrounded by mangroves which is great for family with children and wade fishing. We were lucky to see stingray, sea turtle and a family of 3 manatees. We caught and released some pufferfish as well. read more

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his is by far one of my favorite places in South Florida! It's perfect for a family picnic, with stunning views of the Jupiter Lighthouse in the background--especially at sunset, which makes for amazing photos. There's also a small museum on-site, though I haven't been able to visit yet, but it's definitely on my list. I always see people doing photoshoots here, which makes sense because it's such a gorgeous beach. read more

This park is absolutely beautiful and the parking is free but if you are looking to cook out for the day and post up at a picnic table on the weekend you need to be there before 9:30am or else they will be taken. Awesome place to kayak and I love seeing the sea turtles and fish, we even seen a baby manatee once! read more

This is not Miami! Great place to enjoy the family, soft music and fun. It is must to come early if you're looking for a prime location in the shade. I recommend bringing a nice size pop up tent for refuge from the sun. B-B-Ques are all over and a small walk to the beach ocean is 10 minutes away. read more

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The best free/public Oceanside park in the WPB/ Jupiter area. Located off of the intracoastal canal, it's well kept up and has a small backwater estuary with mangroves as well as a view of the open ocean and the canal water mixing together. Plenty of fishing is available off of the shore here and wade fishing can be seen as well. Super kid friendly and with plenty of parking and public restrooms. We got the chance to see some wild manatees chilling by the water, which was a treat. read more

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4-7-23 Came here specifically to see the Historic home that is listed on the National Registry. My friend and I are members of the Historical Society where we live and I knew she would love it. Once we entered the park I was so surprised it was free. We are truly so lucky here in Florida with so many diverse and wonderful parks for everyone to enjoy. We parked again no cost and walked over to the shoreline and sat on the benches and watched every one enjoying the water and swimming. Than we walked out to the inlet to see the fishing. The waves were rough and it was very windy so we held on tight to our hats. Note you get a nice view of the Jupiter Lighthouse that is located across the water. After we climbed the stairs to the house that the park is named after. Was surprised it had original windows and glass. Amazing how well built to survive the many hurricanes that have hit Florida. They have guided tours on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. read more

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I want to put zero stars so that no one comes to this hidden oasis. There are multiple picnic tables and benches, an inlet to swim, and places to fish. There are gorgeous views of the ocean and the lighthouse. It's one of my favorite places. The only issue I have is it's not always well maintained due to dogs and visitors. It sometimes looks very worn down with broken trees and litter. They're trying to maintain the sand as well. read more

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We went on a windy, cold day sadly. But even if we couldn't go in the water, the nature and wildlife around this park is amazing and the views are perfect. Would definitely recommend. read more

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been going there for many years. especially good for young kids who may not swim very well. great picnic areas and grills. nice views of the intercoastal and the Jupiter lighthouse read more

Dubois Park is a great place for Everyone. If you want to swim you can in the inlet which is blocked off by rocks and has a lifeguard. Then there is a beach inlet where the tide goes in and out great for little kids. There is also the ocean beach guarded. For the fisherman you can walk the inlet where the tide goes in and out fish it or use your cast net. Lots of other areas to fish. The park is very clean plenty of places to picnic including bathrooms, water, playground and outdoor showers. Nice place to stroll around or relax and watch all the boats go in and out. Great view of the Jupiter lighthouse. read more

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For years I have visited Jupiter, Dubois Park was a ghost to me until a family friend mention that the take their kids there. Dubois Park entrance is tuck in a neighborhood which unless you are familiar with its location, one will miss the turn. Dubois Park is one of the largest beach parks in Jupiter located adjacent to the Jupiter inlet. The park offers boating, swimming, featuring fishing, picnicking and other activities all in a beautiful scenic setting. They are also strict on safety for children; alcohol is prohibited inside the park. Our first visit was late morning during the high season and unfortunately the parking lots were full. But finally visited the park off high season and enjoyed the wonderful scenic views and facilities. Overall, this is a magnificent park right in the mouth of Jupiter Inlet with incredible views of the Jupiter Lighthouse. Most definitely worth a visit. read more

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I came here to visit the historic DuBois Pioneer House but if I had known how beautiful this park was I would have brought my bathing suit, book, and beach chair. In addition to having a house from 1898 the park gives you a stunning view of the Jupiter Lighthouse. The park is 18.69 acres with 1,200 feet of beach area on the intracoastal and another 100 feet of lagoon. There is so much to do at this park. Besides visiting the historic home and swimming you can snorkel, launch a canoe or kayak out to the Loxahatchee River, salt water fish outside the swimming area, or picnic in the grass picnic area. There is a playground, picnic pavilions, restrooms, and showers. Balloons are prohibited in the park to protect sea turtles. Right now it is free to park here but starting in March Palm Beach Parks and Recreation will be charging $10 to park on holidays and weekends. It will be $20 if you aren't from Palm Beach County. The price increase is to be used to provide safety and maintenance of the park. Parks and Recreation maintains that the fee is necessary and that there are still other free beaches in Jupiter. The parking increase will affect my decision to visit the park and will probably price a lot of families out of being able to use the park. read more

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So...when we first arrived to the park we saw the body of water that looked dark and almost muddy. We drove over an hour to check out this picturesque "beach" and when we arrived at around 11am we were disappointed with the view. However, after we setup our umbrellas and chairs, took a short walk deeper in the water--at the time knee high was the deepest it would get no matter how far back we walked. Eventually we walked back to our chairs and saw some hermit crabs in the water which kids loved to try and "catch". At around 1pm the tide came in! And the beach literally transformed to this beautiful blue picturesque scene we were promised. At this time there were many people arriving so word of advice, arrive early to secure your spot and wait patiently for the tide to come in. There were also BBQ areas with some tables as well as showers to rinse off from the saltwater and sand. read more

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A cute park with some very great history if you choose to go into the DuBois Pioneer Home. If you just want to walk it's a beautiful walk on the pier. They have benches to sit on, or if you want to grill they have options for that as well. Cute birds, you can go in the water. I loved DuBois Park. read more

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Talk about a park with so many different things to do. Perfect view of boats going in and out of the inlet. Area to look at the lighthouse and places for people to fish. The place is super busy on weekends so I would definitely skip going on weekends. There are grills for you to use, you just have to get there early if you expect to get one. There are police that patrol so it feels very safe. If you have children and want to get them comfortable with the ocean/water. COME HERE. It is a phenomenal place to get them comfortable with water and sea life. During low tide you can walk all the way back in the park and it's very easy to watch them. There is sand for them to play in and many different areas to swim. You can see a ton of fish swimming in and out which is fun for the kids to look at. If you want to go to the beach it is about a 2 minute walk from the park. There is so many things to do here and it is definitely worth going. I heard that on holidays they will start charging for parking but I recommend not going at those times because it is way too busy. The bathrooms are a little dirty but for public park standards it is pretty good. If you have a boat you can pull up to the designated marina and park and walk around the area! Great place for families and for fishing! read more

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Incredible spot to enjoy the waterfront, swim in a lagoon, fish from the pier, picnic on the scenic grounds or check out the DuBois pioneer home, which is built on an ancient Native American shell rock midden, or mound, and is on the National Register of Historical Places. So much to do, to see and to enjoy. The waterfront was very active on the morning of my visit with lots of good-sized boats making their way through some good-sized waves. Plenty of people walking, sunning on the beach, birdwatching and just relaxing amidst the naturally beautiful surroundings. The DuBois pioneer house was not open for tours that day but it is magnificent just to see it from the outside. It is so elevated above ground level, and so well set back from the waterfront, it is understandable how it has managed to weather all kinds of weather and survive being destroyed by storms over the decades. It overlooks Jupiter Inlet and dates back to 1898. But it is in such great condition that it looks move-in ready today. Walk along the waterfront and you will get a glimpse of the historic Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse that tracks back to 1860, as well as views of towering palm trees and a rocky coastline. Well preserved land, well preserved history and all within a well-designed park. read more

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My sons and I came to Dubois park to check out a new beach spot and we absolutely loved this gem! We got there late afternoon and it was low tide so we were able to catch so many beautiful critters like crabs, hermit crabs and conch! My little ones loved this!! The new pirate ship playground was super clean and beautiful ! I loved that they had grills on the lagoon now we know for next time to bring stuff to grill! read more

Absolutely amazing park! My husband and I came around sunset time while visiting the area. It was low tide, so we didn't get to swim. It looks like they have some nice areas on the waterway and behind it (with a beach) as designated areas for swimming. The park is well-maintained with beautiful trees; places for sitting and relaxing; and picnicking. During our visit, a lot of other people were there for the sunset. We got to see a sunset right near the parking lot, along the sea wall. We watched the boats go by and even saw a pack of dolphins swimming (around their feeding time) before they swam back out to sea. It was so neat! We highly recommend checking out this park if you're a local or visiting the area. read more

Nice little lagoon area with some fish for decent snorkeling. The shallow water is nice for families, and there are easily accessible bathrooms as well as a nice parking lot. read more

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Pretty little park for a bbq or just sit and relax near the water. It's dog friendly! It's a great place to take your family or kids. The water is very shallow so unless you're a kid you can't go very deep. read more

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What a great place to spend the day enjoying the sunshine and beautiful beach. Enjoyed the day with the family

Amazing Place, very clean. Lots of tables and BBQ pits, great for family and fun. Great view of the lighthouse. read more

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Gorgeous little hidden spot. You can grill and swim here. The area you swim in is bordered with rocks so that you don't swim out too far to where the boats are passing by. There is a lifeguard on duty. If you have children keep them close because it goes from shallow to deep in some areas. read more

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Perfect area for toddlers/kids! The water is pretty shallow so they can stand. We went late afternoon and it was plenty of space for us to set up our seating area. read more

Dubois Park - Parks Near Me - Jupiter, Florida

This park is family oriented, if you have children they will enjoy it, it's not deep, lifeguard on premises on weekends, there is also Snorkeling to the other side of the beach, it's deeper and good for fishing, you can see turtles and baby stingray swimming by you, Friday thru Sunday is very crowded, there's is showers outside and bathrooms are cleaned, the worker on ground is working always to keep this place clean , he needs a raise, COVID rules are in force with signs and space apart and masks mandate six feet apart, people need to protect themselves and others even if you don't believe in COVID, respect other's beliefs, there are grilles, picnics tables, children playgrounds, there are lots of place's to park your cars in private if you arrive early. read more

I've just recently moved to the area from the east coast of Florida. I was looking around for some pretty locations to take some photos & when I got to Dubois Park, I felt like I stumbled upon a treasure! This park is absolutely beautiful and I love the diversity it offers between the beach and the historic house on the top of the hill. Photos by Katie Beiler Photography. read more

DuBois State Park boasts some rare and peculiar features that, in my humble opinion, places it in rare company when compared to other Florida parks and beaches. Let's start with the parking: it's free. It's also incredibly streamlined, both by design and enforcement (on weekends). Prior to arriving at the main parking lot, visitors drive in a linear fashion, through a canopy of trees, where there happens to be additional parking spaces available for the taking, along the way. Visitors are directed to continue along this path upon exiting the park, thus limiting the possibility of the formation of bottlenecks. Adjacent to the parking lot lies a large lawn with a pavilion and volleyball court. Between the two, lies a sandbar, suitable for small children, but large enough to host a modest game of flag foot ball. Walk due south along the perimeter of the sandbar, and there's a lagoon. The water level here comes to about 2.5 feet at its lowest, and slowly rises throughout the day, settling at about 3.5-4 feet. There's also a beach, replete with a small pier, and a manmade reef that I will not comment on, due to the poor water conditions experienced during my last visit. (I'll be sure to update my review once I'm able to verify its snorkeling potential.) If you're looking for a viable alternative to Peanut Island Park on a day when the island has reached its capacity and the Coast Guard has ordered the ferries to cease operations, consider DuBois State Park. read more

Beautiful park, but the crowd is ROUGH. We took our kid's there on a Sunday and even they wanted to leave. Crowded with people blasting their unpleasant music on terrible stereo systems, no parking, families there with their children/babies getting drunk and high. The aroma of marijuana was intense and constant. Not a family place for my family anymore. What a shame. read more

Would be 5 stars if it had a snack bar. Fantastic park with lots of places to have some fun. The main beach area is protected by rocks. There is a nice lazy river kind of area that looked like a tide pool. Not sure, it could have also been a river/creek outlet. Pretty decent beach with a gentle current out to the bay. Let me clarify my tip: they do not sell food here. You can bring it in; there is a Taco Bell on the way and a Circle K right across A1A. Pack up your pic-a-nik baskets and have fun. read more

This place is amazing ! Beautiful! You can enjoy a Great view of the beach! If you appreciate the nature, This es the right place is the right place for kids. You can enjoy the Wild nature Over the mangroves read more

Amazing park. Numerous little beach type lagoon area that are not deep. Great place for kids. The water was crystal clear when I went end of April. There was a playground close to the water. Will go back for sure. read more

One of the neatest parks I've been to. Plenty of parking and picnic tables. Nice park to sit and watch the boats go in and out. My only disappointment was the lack of dog friendliness. From now on I'll just have to bring more doggy bags! read more

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Not a bad location on the inlet. The beach is a little bit small. The snorkeling is medium and will get better as time goes on. Nice and safe for very young children read more

Dubois Park - Parks Near Me - Jupiter, Florida

Great park for families! A gem we were blessed to find! Spent our 3 days here. Just be aware of the mama raccoon, she is fierce, but hungry! Loved our time here! Thank you! read more

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