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Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park
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Entrance: 9060 Indiantown Road, Jupiter, Florida 33478
(561) 741-1359
680 Acres
Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park is one of the most significant multi-level historic sites in Palm Beach County. Gateway to the Loxahatchee River, prehistoric and historic habitation has occurred along the Loxahatchee dating as far back as the Archaic Period over 5,000 years ago. The primary goal of the park is to preserve and protect these cultural
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum
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500 Captain Armour's Way, Jupiter, FL 33477
(561) 747-8380
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum offers climbing tours of the landmark 1860 lighthouse. The
Dubois Park
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Entrance: 19075 DuBois Road, Jupiter, Florida, 33477
18.69 Acres
Dubois Park is not only one of the most unique swimming beaches in the north county area but also one of the most historical. Amenities include 1,200 feet of
Loxahatchee River Center
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805 N. US Highway 1, Jupiter, FL 33477 (561) 743-7123, Tuesday - Saturday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
This unique environmental center presents some of the largest aquariums in the area with interactive exhibits about the river, its diverse wildlife, and its critical environmental value. The River Center was created by the Loxahatchee River District to further awareness about the river and to foster support for its preservation. Monthly programs include story time, arts and crafts, aquatic camps, kids yoga, volunteer opportunities, family events
John D. MacArthur State Park
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Entrance: 10900 Jack Nicklaus Drive
325 Acres
The park is located in northern Palm Beach County at the North end of Singer Island. The park is open from
Jonathan Dickinson State Park
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Entrance:16450 S.E. Federal Highway, Hobe Sound, Florida 33455
11,500 Acres
The Elsa Kimbell Environmental Education and Research Center is a great place to begin a trip to the park. Visitors can 'tour' the natural and cultural resources of the park with interactive and informational displays. The park video, “A Balancing Act: Recreation and Preservation at Jonathan Dickinson State Park” is shown all day upon request. The classrooms and research laboratory provide children and adults an opportunity to learn and discover more about the variety of natural communities in the park, including the Loxahatchee River. For more information about our current programs, please visit the Friends of Jonathan Dickinson State Park, Inc. website or call the Kimbell Center at (561) 745-5551. The Kimbell Center is open daily from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.