The Residents Treasure Blowing Rocks Preserve, Jupiter Island

The barrier island of Bowling Rock Preserve is nestled between the scenic Indian River Lagoon and the magnificent Atlantic Ocean. The 73 acres spectacular preserve has survived complete destruction by a developer who was planning a high-density apartment project. However, it was the courageous residents of Jupiter Island who fought the City to deny the application. Their relentless fight persuaded the developer to discard the plans and eventually sell the land to residents. Residents of Jupiter Island generously donated the land to create what we know as the Blowing Rocks Preserve

The Park Is All About Water Sports and Hiking Trails

Exploring the Blow Rocks Preserve will bring you to a tunnel of beautiful seagrapes that is the entrance to one of the most unique beaches in Florida. After visiting countless wonderful beaches in Florida, we came across one unique beach that seems odd for the State. In general, we are used to distinguishing different beaches by the color of the sand and water. This formula does not work for Blowing Rocks Preserve where the rugged Anastasia limestone rocks hug the shoreline. The pictures of the beach look more like the shores in Main than coastal Florida.

Watersport Enthusiasts Put This Gem On Your Bucket List

Swimming – The blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean along this unique shoreline makes swimming an unforgettable experience on the beaches of the Blowing Rocks Preserve. A big cautionary note; there are no lifeguards on duty. Please keep this in mind especially if you are traveling with children

Snorkeling – The clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the undisturbed beach attracts many snorkelers to the area. Just err on the side of caution during the high tides and while swimming near rocks.

Participate in Blowing Rocks Preserve Project – A great way to share your experience with the scientific community. The process is simply accomplished by uploading your photos of plants and animals to an app, iNaturalist app. 

Hiking Trails in Blowing Rocks, Jupiter Island

Treat yourself to a memorable hike through four short but incredible trails:

Dune Trail – Just imagine a trail over the beach dunes with the view of the one-of-a-kind beaches anywhere in the Coastal Atlantic and that is what Dune Trail is all about. This is a one-way .04-mile trail.

Beach Trail – This 0.1-mile Trail is the main access to the beach. The trail takes the visitors through a shaded coastal hammock to a staircase leading to the beach. Take a break on the platform, sit on a bench and take in the spectacular view of both the Preserve and the shorelines of the Atlantic Ocean.

Lagoon Trail – This loop Trail starts alongside the one and only Indian River Lagoon and continues through saltwater marsh and coastal vegetation.

Mangrove Boardwalk – The elevated Boardwalk is nearly 0.3 miles long traveling over a mangrove forest with Indian River Lagoon in the background. The Mangrove Boardwalk has an accessible ramp.

The Scenic Walk in Blowing Rocks

Pollinator Gardens Scenic Walk – Stroll through grasses, flowering vegetation, and shrubs responsible for the pollination of other plants and trees in the area. The walk is 0.1 miles long with a lot of photo opportunities. 

Please Note, be careful around the turtle nesting areas, they are roped off by the wonderful volunteers to protect these amazing creatures.