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Good outings close to home in Palm Beach & the Treasure Coast
Each morning, Brightwend suggests one good outing for your parent close to home in Palm Beach & the Treasure Coast: a real place, open that day. They go if they feel like it, and you get to hear all about it.
A few places on our Palm Beach & the Treasure Coast list
Here are some of the places Brightwend suggests in Palm Beach & the Treasure Coast, each with one of its suggestions. Where a place publishes something about itself, like paths, parking or seating, we pass it on and name the source. Things change, so please check with the place before a trip that would be hard to repeat.
Parks and outdoor sites
Riverbend Park
9060 Indiantown Road, Jupiter, FL 33478
A suggestion here: Pack a sandwich, claim a shaded picnic shelter near the river, and read up on the Loxahatchee Battlefield.
“Palm Beach County Parks lists sunrise-to-sunset hours, 5 miles of waterways with canoe and kayak access, picnic shelters with grills, and restrooms throughout.”
Indian Creek Park
1795 Indian Creek Drive East, Jupiter, FL 33458
A suggestion here: Bring a grandchild to the shaded, accessible playground at Indian Creek Park and cheer them on from a nearby bench.
“Open sunrise to sunset. The Town lists a modern, shaded and accessible playground, three picnic shelters, benches and parking, but no restrooms. Animals and alcohol are not permitted.”
Burt Reynolds Park
805 U.S. Highway 1, Jupiter, FL 33477
A suggestion here: Bring a friend and try a few rounds at the Burt Reynolds Park horseshoe pits, then watch the boats come down the Intracoastal.
“Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation says Burt Reynolds Park is open sunrise to sunset, with parking, restrooms, nine family picnic shelters, three horseshoe pits and saltwater fishing. Boat trailer parking requires a $15 daily permit.”
Gardens, nature and animals
Grassy Waters Preserve
8264 Northlake Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33412
A suggestion here: Walk out along the Cypress Boardwalk at Grassy Waters and stop to listen to the marsh.
“The City of West Palm Beach lists the Grassy Waters Preserve nature center at 8264 Northlake Blvd, phone (561) 804-2985, with the Cypress Boardwalk, Hog Hammock, Eagle, Owahee and Apoxee trails.”
Kiplinger Nature Preserve
4146 S Kanner Hwy, Stuart, FL 34997
A suggestion here: Sit at the chickee pavilion and watch the river for herons or egrets.
“Martin County says Kiplinger Nature Preserve at 4146 S. Kanner Highway has public parking, a hiking trail with three footbridges, a floating dock for fishing and a chickee pavilion. Herons, egrets, raccoons and alligators live there.”
Haney Creek Park Nature Trails
391 NW Baker Road, Stuart, FL 34994
A suggestion here: Take a trail map home and mark the loop you'll walk next time.
“The City of Stuart says Haney Creek Park has nature trails with maps, pavilions with picnic tables, parking, drinking fountains and handicapped-accessible restrooms, plus a fenced dog park. Dogs must be leashed on the trails.”
Museums and history
Aviation Museum on the Beach, Inc
790 Juno Ocean Walk, Suite 402, Juno Beach, FL 33408
A suggestion here: Visit the Aviation Museum on the Beach and find a model of an airliner you once flew on.
“Aviation Museum on the Beach displays over 1,000 crafted commercial model airplanes and memorabilia at 790 Juno Ocean Walk, Suite 402. Open Monday thru Friday 10 to 4 and weekends 10 to 3; guest parking is listed.”
Elliott Museum
825 NE Ocean Boulevard, Stuart, FL 34996
A suggestion here: Bring a car lover to the vintage car gallery and each pick the one you'd drive home.
“The Historical Society of Martin County lists daily hours of 10–5 and says the museum is featured on Wheel the World as wheelchair friendly; SNAP cardholders get free admission through Museums for All.”
Clear Studio Gallery
650 N US Hwy 1 Tequesta, FL 33469
A suggestion here: Take a calm moment with the glass-inspired pieces at Clear Studio Gallery.
Food and markets
Dune Dog Cafe (Jupiter)
775 N. Alt. A1A, Jupiter, FL 33477
A suggestion here: Order the signature hot dog for a late lunch and share some seafood with someone.
“Dune Dog Cafe lists its Jupiter hours as Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–9 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–10 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m.–9 p.m., and describes open-air seating.”
Rosalina's Cafe and Bakery
820 SE Lincoln Avenue, Stuart, FL 34994
A suggestion here: A pastel de nata with a Portuguese coffee at one of the cozy tables could be a sweet little trip to Porto.
“Rosalina's serves pastéis de nata, fresh bread, Portuguese coffee and sandwiches, with cozy indoor and covered outdoor seating. Hours are Monday–Friday 7:30am–3pm and Saturday 8:30am–3pm; closed Sunday.”
Libraries, crafts and shows
The King Library at The Society of the Four Arts
101 Four Arts Plaza, Palm Beach, FL 33480
A suggestion here: Settle into the 1938 reading room with a magazine, then look up and take in the Treanor and Fatio architecture.
“The Society of the Four Arts says the King Library is free to visit, borrowing membership is $30 a year ($25 for Palm Beach residents), and campus parking is complimentary but limited.”
Jupiter Community Center 50+ Programs
200 Military Trail, Jupiter, FL 33458
A suggestion here: Catch a 50+ movie matinee at the Jupiter Community Center and trade your verdict with the person beside you.
Around town
B&A Flea Market Stuart
2885 US-1 Stuart, FL 34997
A suggestion here: You could stroll Garage Sale Alley and see what old treasure turns up among the stalls.
“B&A Flea Market has more than 400 vendors and is open Saturday and Sunday 8am–3pm year-round. Visitors can hunt for one-of-a-kind gifts, stroll Garage Sale Alley and try the food.”
The Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea
141 South County Road, Palm Beach, FL 33480
A suggestion here: Sit for a few quiet minutes in the Cluett Memorial Gardens and watch the koi.
“The church says docent tours need no reservation and run on the second and fourth Sundays after the last service (12:15 p.m. Nov–Apr, 11:15 a.m. May–Oct); handicapped parking and a drop-off circle are on Via Bethesda.”
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