The Palm Beaches

Large 18-acre park with a lot of activities. Being recently renovated, it has plenty of picnic tables, shade trees, and ample parking. The park is split in two. One side has the picnic area, boat docking, and a children’s swimming area on one end, while the other one has a concrete walkway and lots of room for fishing. Beautiful view of Jupiter Inlet and the boats coming and going. The historical Jupiter lighthouse can be viewed from both parts of the park.

Jupiter Beach Park offers a spacious and pristine sandy beach, perfect for relaxation and recreation. Watch the waves crash against the jetty, or join the locals for surfing, volleyball, or fishing. With its diverse activities and beautiful scenery, Jupiter Beach Park provides a memorable experience for beachgoers of all ages.

Carlin Park has a massive beachfront park with so much to do, you might have to come back for more! This is a family-friendly park with plenty of parking and picnic tables, several playground areas, bocce ball court, mile long bark-covered jogging track with “fitness stations”, and an eatery (Latitudes Restaurant), all adjacent to the beach. The beach highlight for the kids is a visit at high tide when the water swooshes through the sandstone rock formations at the north end of the beach.

It doesn’t matter if it’s July or January, the Florida sun provides beach weather year-round, and Ocean Cay Park is a great place to enjoy it. The 13-acre park is a great place to stop and have lunch. With a lot of picnic tables, covered seating and bus parking it’s good for large groups as well.

Riviera Beach is one of the famous tourist attractions on Singer Island. You can sit by the promenade and simply take in the fantastic views, or enjoy a nice walk along the stretch of pristine white sand. Apart from that, the beach also hosts a variety of local music festivals attended by one and all.

The snorkel trail by the Blue Heron Bridge is one of the world’s premier dive spots for both experienced scuba divers and beginner snorkelers alike. The trail spreads across a two-acre area beneath the Blue Heron Bridge spanning the Lake Worth Inlet. Underwater photographers delight in the abundance of unique marine life, with frequent visits from stingrays, eels, giant starfish, brightly-colored tropical fish and even an occasional octopus or manatee. Three submerged sculptures of hammerhead sharks, donated by artist and West Palm Beach resident Thomas McDonald, seem to invite visitors to post with them for underwater “shark selfie” photos.

Peanut Island Park, a small island with a wealth of activities, is best reached by water taxi from Sailfish Marina or Riviera Beach Marina. Anchor your boat along the shoreline or take advantage of the water taxi service for a small fee. Sun lovers can enjoy snorkeling, fishing, and swimming in the clear waters surrounding the island. Remember to bring all necessary supplies, as there are no concession areas on Peanut Island.

Commonly referred to as “mid-town beach”, one of Palm Beach’s two beautiful public beaches, kept pleasantly seaweed-free by the town. The area embodies the spirit of Palm Beach at its finest: historical, beautiful and well kept, a must see when you are visiting.

Intracoastal Park offers a unique experience for nature lovers. Launch your non-motorized vessel and explore the scenic waterways, keeping an eye out for manatee sightings. Pay your respects at the Veterans Memorial located at the park entrance. Stroll along the 1/3-mile concrete path that winds around a picturesque lake with a floating fountain. Discover the preserved mangrove and native coastal planting areas in the southeast corner of the park, providing a glimpse into the natural beauty of the region.

Ocean Inlet Park, situated along the Intracoastal Waterway, offers a variety of recreational opportunities. Enjoy a picnic in one of the pavilions, let the kids play on the playground, or explore the marina with its rentable boat slips and convenient café. The jetty provides a picturesque spot for fishing or simply watching the moon rise over the ocean. Across from the parking and picnic areas, discover 600 feet of guarded beach, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and building sandcastles.

If you are looking for a quiet place to enjoy the palms, breeze and Atlantic Ocean, Ocean Ridge Hammock Park has a secluded beach for you. Bring what you need, and enjoy the Florida lifestyle.

This 12-acre beach park got a face lift in 2011, and families have found even more reason to flock to it for the lovely new Brazilian-walnut hardwood boardwalk. Oceanfront Park has a plethora of parking spots and a sail-shade canopy-covered walkways and benches. Kids will get a kick out of the playground and adorable large sea turtle sculpture, while grown-ups will appreciate that a local artist made it from repurposed metal from an oil rig.

Anchor Park offers a variety of recreational activities and amenities for a fun-filled day in the sun. Enjoy a family volleyball tournament on one of the six beach volleyball courts, or rent a Hobie Wave, take surfing lessons, or embark on a snorkeling excursion to the 1903 SS Inchulva shipwreck. The park also features restaurants and shops for a complete beachside experience. At the south end of Delray Municipal Beach, you can relax and soak up the sun on the pristine white sand.

Be entertained all day at Red Reef Park. A renovated boardwalk offers a pavilion, benches and a beautiful view of the ocean. At the end of the boardwalk is a brick walkway that extends to South Beach, and from there another walkway to the Palmetto Park pavilion. There is also a 9-hole golf course beside the ocean, and Gumbo Limbo Nature Center for the nature lovers.

South Beach Park of Boca Raton is the ultimate place to observe local bird population and unique foliage. A popular beach that doesn’t always get the traffic more developed beaches do, South Beach offers a lovely, lifeguard-patrolled coastline. Swimming attracts most folks, but you’ll find plenty of opportunities for snorkeling as well.

At South Inlet Park, the sand meets your toes and you can relax, join in on a volleyball game, grab your fishing pole or enjoy the view of the jetty. The kids will have a safe place to monkey around on the playground when they tire of playing in the waves.

Spanish River Park, a 95-acre waterfront oasis, preserves remnants of Boca Raton's historic lagoon. Explore the park's vast grassy expanse, enjoy a picnic at one of the tables, or ascend the 40-foot observation tower for panoramic views. Wander along the well-shaded nature trails, a favorite among locals for jogging, walking, and leisurely strolls. You can access the pristine beach through three tunnels under Ocean Boulevard, where you'll find nothing but sand dunes and surfers to capture your attention.