Jackson Riverfront Pines Natural Area

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Exploring three native ecosystems packed into 3 acres, your kids can walk trails through scrubby flatwoods, hammock forest, and mangrove swamp along the Loxahatchee River. The site hosts 60 native plant species and 39 animal species, from gophers and manatees to raptors and warblers. Well-marked paths lead from the neighborhood down to the river and small beaches. Jackson Riverfront Pines works for kids of any age curious about local wildlife and native plants. Access is pedestrian or by kayak or canoe only, no parking lot, so plan accordingly. Open sunrise to sunset year-round, it's a low-key spot for a nature walk rather than a structured program.

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• Jackson Riverfront Pines Natural Area Program

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  Jackson Riverfront Pines is a gorgeous 3-acre natural area right on the river in Jupiter where kids can explore one of Florida's designated Wild and Scenic Rivers—it's the kind of place where your child can actually get outside and experience nature without it feeling like a field trip. The area is open from sunrise to sunset every single day of the year, so you've got tons of flexibility to visit whenever works for your family. You can walk the shoreline, look for wildlife, and really get a feel for what a healthy Florida ecosystem looks like, which is pretty special. The program is run by Palm Beach County's Environmental Resources Management team, and while pricing varies depending on what activities you choose, it's a free place to explore if you just want to walk around and enjoy the trails.