The upcoming Loxahatchee River Railroad bridge closure will impact our Loxahatchee Riverfront and Jupiter area boating community. It is important that boaters know the closure schedule. View the schedule for the dates below. 

Sunday, April 10, 2022, to Wednesday, May 25, 2022

-        12:01 am, Sunday, April 10, 2022, to 5:59 am, Monday, April 11, 2022.

          Navigation channel full closure meaning drawbridge to remain in the down position, no boat passage.       


-        6:00 am, Monday, April 1, 2022, to 6:00 am, Saturday, May 21, 2022.

          Navigation channel full closure, daily one-hour openings in the morning and afternoon.       

 

-        Daily channel openings:  9:00 am to 10:00 am and 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm. …

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Every Thursday at the Sailfish Marina Sunset Celebration enjoy a casual and entertaining sunset with friends and family. The Sailfish Marina Resort located at 98 Lake Drive, Singer Island, is a tropical vacation paradise with Old Florida charm. It is the home to a world-famous fleet of luxury sport fishing yachts and water taxis that will take you out on the water. Also, join the "Sunset Celebration" every Thursday along the seawall and dine observing the amazing views from the waterfront restaurant.

The Sunset Celebration along the Sailfish Marina seawall features live music and vendors selling a variety of hand-made unique items. Enjoy dinner at the restaurant, stroll along and watch the boats at the sunsets. Try a “Grouper Dog” or “Conch…

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A five-star, yachting, and cruising resort destination, Safe Harbor Old Port Cove sits elegantly on a gorgeous 60-acre peninsula in the heart of North Palm Beach. Accommodating run-a-bouts to luxury megayachts, the marina’s boaters and crew are treated to innovative dockside features and impeccable personalized service. Step ashore and enjoy meticulously landscaped grounds, upscale amenities, and a taste of Newport at the recently introduced Belle's Bar & Grill all within Old Port Cove.

If you join Safe Harbor Old Port Cove, you become a member of the world’s largest boating network. Your membership includes exclusive privileges and benefits that extend across our network giving you unparalleled freedom to explore the water.

-        Membership…

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Take a guided tour through the wild and scenic Loxahatchee River and come across a rich diversity of wildlife, history, and nature. The Loxahatchee River tour starts out narrow and twisty as it meanders its way downstream from Riverbend Park toward the Atlantic Ocean.   The wild and scenic Loxahatchee River is a 7.6-mile-long river that flows out of the Jupiter Inlet and into the sparkling Atlantic Ocean. The Loxahatchee River is known for its famous Cypress Forest which creates a canopy that creates a feeling like you are in another world.  

The river, named “lowchow” (turtle) and “hatchee” (river) by the Seminole Indians, is one of two nationally designated Wild and Scenic Rivers in Florida. The designation was issued on May 17, 1985. Portions of…

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Situated just minutes away from the Loxahatchee River and Jupiter Inlet is a quirky, little surf shack diner. Dune Dog, located at 775 North Alternate Highway A1A, Jupiter, is an ideal place to grab a beer and a meal before you seek fun on the water. Come here after paddle boarding it is a very relaxed beach atmosphere. Come in and just chill in shorts and flip flops or swimsuit and coverup. The food is impressive, features outdoor seating, a cool breeze, and a true South Florida experience. Ribs to hamburgers, fresh fish to steak they have it all. 

The seaside theme follows a Southern California surf shack, but the menu items are completely South Florida. Find the freshest Mahi-Mahi Sandwich, loaded Hot Dogs, fish and chips, chili, lobster bisque,…

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You can fish in the Loxahatchee River. The Loxahatchee River in Jupiter is a wide body of water named from the Native American Seminole word for “river of turtles”. The most popular species caught on the Loxahatchee Riverfront are Snook, Crevalle jack, and Mangrove snapper. Hook and line are the only permissible forms of fishing.

The Loxahatchee River is a 7.6-mile river near the southeast coast of Florida. It is a National Wild and Scenic River, one of only two in the state, and received its federal designation on May 17, 1985. The Loxahatchee River flows out of the Jupiter Inlet and into the Atlantic Ocean.  

Fishing regulations in Florida can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up-to-date rules…

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Boating safety is enormously significant. Cross over any waterway in the Jupiter area and glance at of boaters enjoying the water. One of the many benefits of living in Palm Beach County is the ability to jump on a boat and get out on the water and soak up the sunshine. Since 2010, Florida requires that any person who wishes to operate a vessel of more than ten horsepower or more and is born after January 1st, 1988, must pass and complete a boater safety course

The Sunshine State does not have a “boating license” per se, however, there is a Boater Safety Identification Card. The course can either be done in person or online. The Boater Safety Identification Card states that the course has been accomplished. The State does not require a follow-up or…

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Is it the calm swaying of the palms, the frozen drinks with the umbrellas, or perhaps the clear blue color of the water that helps improve your mood? A study conducted by the University of Exeter found that people who live less than a mile from the coast are happier. Coastal living and waterfront property-owning residents are 22 percent less likely to have symptoms of a mental health disorder compared to those who lived much farther away.

Researchers concluded that access to “blue spaces,” or areas by the ocean or water, like Juno Beach, plays a significant role in a person’s mental health. While many studies have shown that getting out into nature, even for just 20 minutes, can improve your mood. This finding could make a significant difference in…

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Built in 1860, this historic lighthouse has not missed a night of work in more than one hundred years. It is among the oldest lighthouses on the Atlantic coast. The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum is presenting the popular and reoccurring Lighthouse Sunset Tours. Take in the spectacular sunset views and witness the Jupiter Light turning on to illuminate the night sky. Visitors get an inside look at the details of a working lighthouse watch room.

The iconic red lighthouse has been lighting the Jupiter Inlet since 1860 and remains an active aid to navigation on the water. Climb to the top of the lighthouse. There are 105 steps and take in incredible sunset views over the Jupiter Inlet and the Town of Jupiter.

Tickets are required to attend the…

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Cafe des Artistes is a quaint waterfront French restaurant and bistro featuring truly mouthwatering French cuisine. The bistro is located at 318 S U.S. Highway One in Jupiter. The restaurant is set on the marina of the Jupiter Yacht Club featuring al fresco dining on the water or chic indoor seating. it is an idyllic backdrop for an intimate and romantic evening with that special someone.

It is a well-known fact that French chefs are experts at their craft. They appreciate the romance of a decadent meal. French eateries know the significance of ambiance. French food is genuinely ingrained in tradition and its advantage of the cuisine is based on the geographic good fortune. French agriculture is both rich in flavor and wide-ranging. The French are…

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