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Exploring Juno Beach

Immediately south of Jupiter and north of Palm Beach along US 1 and A1A, Juno Beach stands out with a relaxed seaside vibe.

A string of public beaches are free and easy to reach from parks and roadside parking on the bluffs above the Atlantic.

Gap in sea grapes with ocean beyond Beach access along A1A

Juno Beach makes a great low-key base camp for outdoor adventures. Lodgings have easy access to nearby public lands and there are delightful seafood restaurants.

At its north end, Juno Dunes Natural Area spans from the Atlantic Ocean to the Intracoastal Waterway and north and south of Donald Ross Blvd.

Pier and waterfront Pier on the Intracoastal at Juno Dunes West

Parents will appreciate Loggerhead Park, and not just for its playground across from the beach for kids to blow off steam.

A rehabilitation center for injured sea turtles, the Loggerhead Marine Life Center dominates one corner of the park with fun family activities and aquariums with colorful fish.

Sea turtle in canopied tank Sea turtle at Loggerhead Park

Trails and Parks near Juno Beach

Frenchman’s Forest Natural Area Four hiking trails intertwine in this 172-acre natural area, with seven different habitats to explore along footpaths, paved trails, and boardwalks.
Natural Atlantic oceanfront in Palm Beach John D. MacArthur Beach State Park With a rare stretch of natural beach and tropical hammock along the Atlantic Ocean in Palm Beach County, John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is a popular getaway.
Wall of saw palmetto with trail between Juno Dunes East Summit the natural high point of Palm Beach County on an easy loop along the east face of the Atlantic Coastal Ridge between US 1 and A1A in Juno Beach.
Sand trail with tire tracks in scrub habitat Juno Dunes Natural Area Preserving a sliver of the Atlantic Coastal Ridge at the north end of Juno Beach, this expansive preserve extends from the Intracoastal Waterway to A1A.
Trail marker at a turn in scrubby wet habitat Juno Dunes West Traverse a gradient of habitats interrupted by a basin marsh along the scrubby slopes of the Atlantic Coastal Ridge to the mangrove-fringed edge of Frenchman's Creek.
Satinleaf Trail Satinleaf Trail Before you head out to the beach at John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, a quick stroll down the Satinleaf Trail will get you oriented to the tropical habitats that this park protects on Singer Island

 

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Nearby: Jupiter, Palm Beach | ALONG: Atlantic Ocean | PART OF: Southeast Florida