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John D. MacArthur Beach State Park

North Palm Beach, FL · Palm Beaches$$5 per vehicle; $4 solo driver; $2 on foot or bike

About

The limestone reef at MacArthur Beach State Park in North Palm Beach is visible from shore, and you can reach it with a mask and snorkel. The gift shop rents the diver-down flag that snorkelers are required to fly. Munyon Island is part of the park too, reachable only by water, and kayaks and paddleboards rent here by the hour. The beach has no lifeguards.

Highlights

1.6 miles of barrier-island beach1,600-foot boardwalk over the estuaryLimestone reef a short swim from shoreSea turtle nesting beachKayak rentals to Munyon Island

Getting there

10900 Jack Nicklaus Drive, North Palm Beach, FL 33408

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