Found 31 blog entries tagged as Hiking.

Bring the family out for a fun outdoor family experience. Scheduled for August 5, 2022, is Family Night Hike at Riverbend Park! Riverbend Park is a 680 acre preserve in the Town of Jupiter. The park is an ideal destination for hikers who want a taste of the wilds of South Florida.

The preserve has nearly ten miles of interconnected trails. The trails make up the trail network, engineered, broad walkways of compacted limestone and an additional seven miles of equestrian trails afford a more natural surface. You cannot get lost as all the trails are clearly marked and there are stations with trail maps.

This will be a night hike through the trails led by Lake Worth Waterkeeper, Reinaldo Diaz. There is an abundance of wildlife to be spotted. Hikers…

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Once a month, the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum host a hike through their 120-acre outstanding natural area in Jupiter. The area is one of only three federally designated Outstanding Natural Area. The area is preserved for the precious history of the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse location and the botanical beauty found in the area. Congressionally designated as an Outstanding Natural Area in 2008.

The intention behind the federal designation is to “protect, conserve, and enhance the unique and nationally important historic, natural, cultural, scientific, educational, scenic, and recreational values of the Federal land surrounding the Lighthouse for the benefit of present generations and future generations for the people in the United States.” 

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North Palm Beach and Hobe Sound are wonderful places to live especially if you enjoy the outdoors. Everyone knows about the miles and miles of beaches and swaying palm trees; however, people are oblivious that this tropical paradise also has wonderful state parks. Here are two of our favorite local state parks.

John D. MacArthur Beach State Park

John D. MacArthur Beach State Park in North Palm Beach has twists and turns of mangrove swamps, trails that meander through canopies of trees, and an immense boardwalk that traverses the lagoon. Walkthrough the park and you will discover two miles of natural coastline on the Atlantic Ocean.

Nestled on a barrier island, this is the only Florida state park in Palm Beach County. It also offers swimming,…

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Hippocrates, the ancient Greek physician, said that "walking is a man's best medicine." If you are looking to lose weight for your health, then walking may just be the prescription for you. Briskly walking three miles a day will yield weight loss at a safe rate if you also maintain a healthy diet. Palm Beach County has parks with walking trails. It would be possible to walk a different walking path every day of the week. 

Wakodahatchee Wetlands are in Delray Beach at 13270 Jog Road. Wakodahatchee features a three-quarter mile that crosses between open water pond areas and islands. The boardwalk has explanatory signs and gazebos with benches along the way. Over 178 bird species have been identified there, along with turtles, alligators, rabbits,…

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Once a month, the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum host a hike through their 120-acre Outstanding Natural Area. As the place where the Loxahatchee River and Indian River Lagoon come together, it has yielded signs of early cultures living along these significant waters. Step back in time and experience natural undeveloped Jupiter and Tequesta on the hike.

Open sunrise to sunset. There are two trails. Enjoy a 1.5-mile trek through the area, learning about the topography and natural history, stopping at historic points along the way including the lighthouse. The hike lasts approximately two hours. Wear hiking footwear, activewear, a hat, sunglasses, and bring a big bottle of water because you will be out in the sun.  

Children must be over age 5…

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Every Sunday during the month of December, the Loggerhead Marinelife Center, in Juno Beach, is hosting their reoccurring Hammock Hike. The Hammock Hike consists of an entirely outdoor excursion into the coastal hammock habitat near the sea turtle research and rehabilitation center.

The program will cover and discuss the importance of these coastal ecosystems, explain and identify plants and animals, and the hike will end with an incredible view of the Atlantic Ocean. The hike is led by one of the Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s experienced biologists.

All ages are welcome to attend the Hammock Hike. The event is an outdoor walking excursion and lasts approximately 45 minutes.

Hammock Hike Details:

When: Sunday mornings at 10 am

Location:…

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Martin County is home to Jonathan Dickinson State Park. The Florida State Park sits between Palm Beach County’s Tequesta and Martin County’s Hobe Sound, and just a few miles north of Jupiter. The park is named after a Quaker merchant named Jonathan Dickinson that wreaked his boat off the coast in 1696.

The park’s area served as an Army base and home to Camp Murphy during the second World War. Today, the barracks are still visible throughout the park.  Following the war, in 1947 the land was transferred back to Florida to be used as a state park. Jonathan Dickinson State Park officially opened to the public in 1950 and is one of the area’s most visited parks.

Jonathan Dickinson State Park is home to a variety of river swamps, natural habitats, hiking…

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Celebrate this Earth Day with a Nature Walk hosted by The River Center in Jupiter. Gather your hiking gear and head to the Pine Glades Natural Area this Thursday, April 22nd for a Nature Walk on Earth Day.

The hike will include walks along the guided paths of the natural area. The hike will include journeys on both unpaved and paved terrain. Those interested in participating in the hike are encouraged to wear closed toed shoes, long pants, comfortable clothing, and bring plenty of water. Bug spray and a flashlight are recommended.

Nature Walk Details:

When: Thursday, April 22nd

Time: 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Location: Pine Glades Natural Area located at 14122 W Indiantown Road, Jupiter

Attendees are asked to RSVP to attend due to limited…

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This upcoming weekend, the Loggerhead Marinelife Center is hosting their second annual Hike 2O event. Gather your friends and hiking gear and join in on the weekend of fun.

Hike 2O is a three-day, two-night event in the back country that is being held this Friday through Sunday. Hikers will join trail experts from the Florida Trail Association- Loxahatchee Chapter and the Loggerhead Marinelife Center staff biologists as they are guided through some of South Florida’s most iconic ecosystems.

The three-day hike is not an easy undertaking. Campsites, weather, and trail conditions can make this hiking event even more challenging. Prior hiking experience is recommended but all are welcomed to take on the challenge. New this year, the event will also…

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The Loggerhead Marinelife Center is hosting their second annual Hike20 this March and registration is now open. The event gained popularity last year when it was held in January and is now back again for another year.

The hiking event includes a three-day, two night back country event that will be held Friday, March 5th through Sunday, March 7th. Participants will join trail experts form the Florida Trail Association Loxahatchee Chapter and the Loggerhead Marinelife Center staff biologist. Participants will be guided through some of the most iconic ecosystems of South Florida.

The hike is not an easy undertaking and campsites, weather, and trail conditions can make this hiking event even more challenging. Prior backpacking experience is recommended…

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