If you have kids or grandkids at home this summer, here are some of the best (open) parks and beaches in Jupiter.
Best Parks in the Palm Beaches
If you want to get a little history with your nature walk, Riverbend is the spot. It is adjacent to the Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park, site of two 1838 battles of the Second Seminole Indian War, and the Loxahatchee River, designated a National Wild and Scenic River, runs through it. There are 7 miles of equestrian trails and about 10 miles of walking trails. Fishing and picnicking areas, too.
Located in Palm Beach Gardens between West Palm and Jupiter, Dyer is a 560-acre inland park is a good spot for running. There are nearly 5 miles of paved biking/pedestrian trails. There are also 7 miles of mountain bike trails, some of which are on a capped landfill
The park may not be gigantic like some other county parks, but it’s got one unique amenity: It’s adjacent to the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, which is South Florida’s largest public garden.
Dubois is a spread-out park along the Jupiter Inlet and one of the area’s most visually attractive parks, from the roped-off snorkeling lagoon that’s a favorite of families to the excellent views the Jupiter Lighthouse.
Carlin Park has a restaurant for breakfast and lunch beloved by locals — the Lazy Loggerhead Cafe. There’s an Amphitheatre that features everything from concerts to Shakespeare in the Park productions. There’s a bocce court, softball field, tennis, walking and exercise trails and plenty of picnic pavilions.
Okeeheelee Park is located in West Palm Beach is a beautiful beach that includes tennis courts, bike tracks, a BMX course, baseball fields, a boat launching ramp and more.
Best South Florida Beaches
Coral Cove Park, located on the northern tip of Palm Beach County, looks out over the ocean and allows visitors an up-close look at some of the local marine life. A few feet offshore, you can snorkel and find many carved rocks that house tiny fish and crustaceans, and natural tide pools that form in the tide. Across the street from the park is the Intracoastal waterway that provides calmer swimming conditions.
Dubois Park, located on the edge of the Jupiter Inlet, has great views of the Jupiter Lighthouse, the Intracoastal, and the ocean. The beach park has man-made pools of water protected by barriers and natural rock to create little swimming pools and sitting area in the aqua-colored waters for all ages. The park is home to the Dubois Pioneer Home, one of the last remaining historic homesteads in northern Palm Beach County. The home is available for tours on Tuesdays and Thursdays to learn more about Jupiter’s history. The park also offers grill areas, public bathrooms, and a lot of parking. Dubois Park is connected to the Jupiter Beach Park by a pedestrian bridge leading to the inlet pier and Jupiter’s sandy beaches.
Carlin Park located along A1A and the ocean, this massive beach park has so much to offer with nearly 3,000 feet of guarded beach frontage. Visitors can play tennis, volleyball, bocce ball, and softball. The park also has children’s playgrounds, exercise areas, areas to fish, pavilions and grilling areas available to use and rent for parties and events. There is also The Seabreeze Amphitheater that host the annual Shakespeare by the Sea Festival, live music, and special events.
Juno Beach Park, located along A1A, is perfect for the long beach walks or just enjoying the view. You can also bring your dog. Juno Beach Park is the only beach in Palm Beach County that allows dogs to run around in the sand. Also located on the beach is the 990-foot fishing pier, operated by the Loggerhead Marinelife Center located a few blocks away. The pier offers great views of the ocean and beaches as well and great fishing.
The Phil Foster Park is located along the Lake Worth Lagoon, just north of the Palm Beach Inlet. The 14.7-acre beach park is known for its great fishing and a children’s play area. The best thing about the park is its man-made snorkel trail. The trail is intended for strong swimmers and go around the south of the island and near the Blue Heron Bridge. The beach area is also great for kids and families to enjoy the beach area and the water.
