Fodor's Expert Review Hobe Sound Nature Center

Jupiter and Vicinity Fodor's Choice

Though located in the Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge, this nature center is an independent organization. The exhibit hall houses live baby alligators, crocodiles, a scary-looking tarantula, and more—and is a child's delight. Just off the center's entrance is a mile-long nature trail loop that snakes through three different kinds of habitats: coastal hammock, estuary beach, and sand pine scrub, which is one of Florida's most unusual and endangered plant communities and what composes much of the refuge's nearly 250 acres.

Among the center's more popular events are the annual nighttime sea turtle walks, held between May and June; reservations are accepted as early as April 1.

Fodor's Choice Family Nature Preserve

Quick Facts

13640 S.E. U.S. 1
Hobe Sound, Florida  33455, USA

772-546–2067

www.hobesoundnaturecenter.com

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Rate Includes: Donations accepted, Closed Sun.

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