Still the most lovely park, especially the Intracoastal side. Ample parking right along the shore,…read moreand a large shallow are ripe for snorkeling, far from boats which might pass by. We arrived early and staked our spot in the shade under mangroves. My kids take their kayaks out to explore the mangrove islands and paddle around. It's so protected without currents pulling them out or speeding boats close by, which is such wonderful freedom for them. This is a popular spot on the weekends, and some folks bring out tents and equipment for the whole day. This is a perfect first-time snorkeling spot for beginners, because the water is so shallow. We swam with a sea turtle this time. Even not at high tide, it's still a lovely way to be on saltwater without waves or seaweed. It seems that dogs and fires are welcome.

Traveled to "Jupiter" looking for a nice beach as I heard their beaches are clear and clean…read more. stumbled across this beach park. There was plenty of parking, which we liked. The boardwalk was closed for repairs so we had to walk thru the sand with our stuff (coolers etc). Part of the beach was on a small like hill, you had to jump down to get towards the water which was annoying. The beach was filled with seaweed. I did like there was a lifeguard on duty. It wasn't crowded for a Sunday. Probably won't be back to this one.

Blowing Rocks is an amazing natural look at what the Florida Shoreline should look like. They have…read moretwo trails you can go through for the maritime hammock one close to the beach and the other by the intercoastal. The beach is unguarded and as the name suggests has exposed rocks. The rocks are super fun to explore. While I enjoyed my time there the parking area is quite limited so getting parking can be a hassle but one that is well worth it.

Cool, hidden place to check it out. This beach was better than I expected. The sand was a dark…read morecolor like dark Grey, not what I was used to. It was a great color for pictures. The beach had a nice path connecting to the beach. It was a nice canopy of trees. A very enjoyable path. At the beach you see the beautiful rock formations. It was something different and beautiful. This beach had an education center across from the beach with nice clean bathrooms. This center had nice walking paths around the intercostal, the other side. The parking was free but limited. There was space to park on both sides. If you can find parking. I recommend checking the beach out.

Great place to fish, swim, picnic or just walk around and look at the sights…read more Plenty of tables, grills showers and bathrooms. The views are amazing! Sunset and lighthouse.

We absolutely loved DuBois Park and Beach. It's now one of our favorite family spots in Florida…read more 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.

Free outdoor theatre--what's not to love? We saw The Winter's Tale, and the cast delivered an…read moreexceptional performance, bringing the story to life with humor, energy, and creativity. It was a fun and thoroughly entertaining experience, especially for fans of the arts. Be prepared for the Florida heat--it was hot and humid, so bringing a portable fan or staying hydrated is a smart move. Overall, a fantastic night out under the stars. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates live theatre in a unique and relaxed setting!

Great park with two distinct areas. One side of A1A is a park featuring a walking trail, tennis and…read morepickleball courts. The other side features the beach area with a large parking lot, bathrooms, several beach access areas, lifeguards, picnic tables and charcoal grills. Great area for shell collectors and surfers.

I finally ventured further down the path in this park and was greatly pleased! On my first trip…read morehere, I stopped after reaching the first 'river' pavilion, because the path forward looked more like a side street than a park path, as it is wide enough for a car. But this time I kept going and found another river lookout, this one with a boardwalk that actually went out over the River. After that, the path went into another part of woods. It meandered along until we reached a tiny boardwalk bridge over a slightly marshy area and then found we had reached the very end of the park, where it intersected with a main road near the highway. Once again, we had the park all to ourselves, which was a treat. These days, with so little rain, so many plants looked brown and lifeless. We saw a gopher tortoise and a black snake.

This is a very nice hike through the northeast portion of the Everglades. You start off from the…read moreparking lot on the Bracken Fern Nature Trail which is paved and wheelchair accessible. It is flanked on either side by slash pine which provides shade. There are also sections of scrubby flatwoods and bracken fern. The length of this trail is 1/4 mile. When the pavement ends the trail turns to the left and becomes the Gallberry Hiking Trail which parallels a canal. Mangroves grow along the waters edge and there is a lookout pavilion and a fishing pier. If you come during the winter you might be able to catch sight of manatees in the C-18 canal. This part of the trail backs a neighborhood and you can enter from the street to join the trail here. The final portion of the trail veers of through a denser forest before transitioning into scrubby flatwoods. You cross over a bridge that goes over a small stream that once fed into the Loxahatchee River. The trail ends at the Island Way Road. If you walk the trail and back to the parking lot you will have traveled 1.2 miles. I didn't see any wildlife on this trip but I still enjoyed my hike. It was mostly shaded which I appreciated and the three distinct parts of the trail made the hike interesting. I plan to come back during the colder months to see if I can spot a manatee.

Located at the intracoastal entrance and has a nice estuary backed up to the pier. There's a…read morebathroom and plenty of parking there. Plenty of fish and critters in the tide pools.

This marker can be accessed at Jupiter Beach Park. It was installed at the Jupiter inlet on April…read more2, 2013 to honor all of the sailors who passed through the inlet. During the 17th century many Spanish galleons and merchant ships wrecked off the coast leaving behind a trove of gold, silver, cannons, anchors, flatware and navigational tools. The riches they left behind gave this section of Florida the name Treasure Coast. One of most well known ships was the San Miguel Arcangel which is thought to have sunk off the Jupiter coast in 1659 or 1660 while trying to enter the inlet during a storm. The ship was an aviso which carried letters to the Spanish court as well as treasure. The wreck was discovered by town lifeguard Peter Leo in 1987. He discovered the cannons in the sand while swimming, Silver and gold coins, flatware, musket and cannon balls, and a copper pot were eventually recovered. Six of the cannons still remain where they lay. Jupiter hopes that by setting up this marker along with others in Jupiter, people can learn more about the history of this area. Across from this marker is an anchor and cannons are in front of the nearby historic Dubois House. You can learn more about the area shipwrecks at the Jupiter Lighthouse Museum. A local restaurant on Dixie Hwy, the Shipwreck Bar and Grill is decorated to pay homage to the sunken Spanish Galleons and their spilled treasure off the coast.

Lighthouse Park is probably best known as the location of the Jupiter Lighthouse and museum. Many…read morepeople drive through it just to visit the lighthouse. The 22 acre park however is a destination in itself. It is open daily 8 am until 10 pm. The park has a basketball court, 4 tennis courts, 3 lined pickleball courts and 2 soccer fields. There is also a restroom, playground, and benches. You can snorkel off of the beach or just admire the stunning view of the lighthouse. You can visit the park for free but there is a $12 fee to tour the lighthouse and museum.

We were at the kids playground which was for ages 2-5. This is a great tiny playground and massive…read moregrass field that my little one enjoyed running around in. There's benches in the shade and it's far enough from the rod to catch a toddler who's running and a little hill to run down. The bathrooms were closed and there was nothing else in that tiny area but there appears to be a much larger section to the park which includes a nature trail that we didn't go on.

This park is big!…read more In the front is the fire department and a lot of boat trailer parking, with 2 or 3 loading docks for boats,etc.. In the middle is the (wonderful!) Loxahatchee River Center. I had never been farther than here, until recently. It is worth checking out! Behind the Center is a large parking lot with several secluded spots with picnic tables that sit along the River, a large covered pavilion that is rentable, a lot of what looks like horseshoe tossing stations, a volleyball court (without a net), a sweet little playground, and nice public bathrooms. The playground here is great - rarely busy, it has just enough different elements to keep it fun, plus swings. It is shady, with a lovely waterfront breeze, and benches for adults to sit on. While it is not fenced in, it is connected to a picnic area and generally feels pretty secluded. When the playground gets old, my kids and I walked towards the public docks. There is a paddleboard renting structure there, where you can rent one by using a credit card, but the lifejackets are pretty sun-worn-out. Really cool concept though! My kids like to walk out on the docks and check out the boats that frequent this area. There is also a kayak entrance where they can get their feet wet next to the mangroves. After hitting up this area and back in my car, I finally drove the loop behind the Center. It is all waterfront, with little covered picnic spots and river access for those with kayaks or canoes. What perfect spots for a gathering or hangout. These are almost hidden, as the road loops one way and parking is all in the grass.

This park was a stop on our Sunday adventure. You can't travel through Jupiter without paying…read moretribute to the passing of it's favorite son Burt Reynolds. The park was named for Burt who was a lifelong resident of the area. The 35.55 acre park that bears his name spans both sides of US Highway 1. The main attraction of the park is the Loxahatchee River Center which has aquariums and interactive exhibits. Unfortunately it was closed on our visit. There is also a nature area out back. If you are a boater or fisherman you can do both recreational activities here. There are boat ramps and canoe and kayak launches. 2,000 feet ofthe park is on the intracoastal. There is also a playground, sand volleyball court, picnic pavilion, picnic tables, grills, and a restroom. I think that it is really nice that Jupiter decided to honor Burt by naming a park for him. He gave a lot back to his community and although he is no longer with us his presence still looms large in the town that he loved.