Jonathan Dickinson State Park, Southeast Florida Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, get on I-95 from your current location in Southeast Florida. Depending on where you start, you may need to take local roads to reach I-95. Once on I-95, head north or south based on your starting point. If you are coming from the north (e.g., West Palm Beach), take exit 96 for FL-708 E toward Hobe Sound. If you're coming from the south (e.g., Fort Lauderdale), take exit 87 for FL-706 E toward Hobe Sound. Follow FL-706 E until you reach SE Federal Hwy (US-1). Turn left onto SE Federal Hwy, and you will find Jonathan Dickinson State Park at 16450 SE Federal Hwy, Hobe Sound, FL 33455, on your right.

• Public Transportation

  For public transportation, you can take a Tri-Rail train to the nearest station, which is the Jupiter station. From there, you will need to arrange for a taxi or rideshare service (like Uber or Lyft) to reach Jonathan Dickinson State Park. The distance from the Jupiter station to the park is about 9 miles, and the ride will take approximately 15-20 minutes. Be sure to check the Tri-Rail schedule ahead of time for departure times and fares, which are typically around $5-$10 depending on your travel distance.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  If you are in a nearby city or town and prefer not to drive, you can use a taxi or a rideshare service such as Uber or Lyft directly to Jonathan Dickinson State Park. Make sure to enter the park's address, 16450 SE Federal Hwy, Hobe Sound, FL 33455, in the app. The fare will vary based on your pick-up location, but expect to pay anywhere from $15 to $30 for rides from cities like Stuart or Palm Beach.