Jonathan Dickinson State Park

Jonathan Dickinson State Park is a vast natural, wildlife haven and series of communities in Hobe Sound, Florida. It is especially sought after for its excellent campgrounds, as well as youth sites for visiting groups and organizations.

The park has thirteen wildlife areas river swamps, mangrove forests, flat woods of pine and sand pine scrublands. Each one has scenery that is simply breathtaking.

The park's facilities and activities are numerous. Its research and educational center hosts varied environmental displays and exhibits. Programs are offered daily with tours of a trapper's homestead and trail hikes. In fact, the trails are popular also with horse riders and off-road bikers. The river is fantastic for fishing, as well as boating. Boat tours and canoe, motor boat and kayak rentals allow visitors to explore the darker reaches of the park with use of the boat ramp for a small fee.

Camping is the most diverse of all the park's activities, open year round. Visitors can get back to nature with primitive camping, or saddle a horse and camp out in the wilds. There are even designated campground spots for more adventurous folk, especially back country backpackers. Alternatively, furnished cabins along the river are very good value for money and easier for many families with kids.

The Jonathan Dickinson State Park is a huge park that caters to most recreation types. Swimming is available in its ponds and lakes. Groceries, snacks and meals are found in its restaurant/concession stand. Numerous pavilions and BBQ areas offer great picnicking spots.