3rd Annual Memorial Day Weekend camping/kayaking Jonathan Dickinson State Park

Suggested itinerary for Saturday, driving over to Riverbend Park 9060 Indiantown Rd, Jupiter FL, follow signs towards the back of the park to the canoe and kayak launch. Paddle down and back on the Loxahatchee river.
Sunday, launch either at the swimming area or the Boat Ramp inside Jonathan Dickinson State Park and paddle to Trapper Nelson‘s or there is a tour boat you can take for around $25 a person.
Also, there are paved and off-road trails available for biking and hiking opportunities throughout the park as well as the Kimbell visitor center  

Let’s keep the epic memories going for our 3rd year! Join us on this incredible holiday weekend at Jonathan Dickinson, the largest state park in Southeast Florida. 16 distinct, natural communities and rare environments such as coastal sand hills, upland lakes and scrub forests as well as the pristine Loxahatchee River make this park a unique spot to explore on land or by water.

We have tent/hammock sites that are right next to 2 nice large modern bathhouses including hot showers.

Historical interests include a secret World War II training camp, the story of the shipwrecked Quaker merchant who is the park’s namesake, and Trapper Nelson, the legendary Wild Man of the Loxahatchee.

The park has a Visitor Center, concession and restaurant, camping, hiking, biking (9 miles of mountain, biking trails) and equestrian trails, picnicking, fishing, boating, kayaking and canoeing. The Hobe Mountain Tower is the highest point in Florida south of Lake Okeechobee and provides an overview of the park and Atlantic. Miles and miles of pristine beaches are nearby, including Jupiter, Hope Sound (Blowing Rocks Beach), Juno, and Peanut Island for those wanting to dive or snorkel.

For the weekend there are many options including paddling the Loxahatchee river from Riverbend Park, paddling to trapper Nelson‘s launching at the river inside Jonathan Dickenson, paddling along the beach launching atBeach Road in Jupiter to paddle Cato‘s bridge. One of the most beautiful snorkeling spots in the area, or going over to paddle/snorkel the famous Peanut Island. There are also multiple beaches we can visit. People can do individually or discuss as a group.

Cost is $35 per person for 3 days, this includes park entrance fee. Space is limited to 25 people. To hold your spot, please Zelle Kelli Preti 5613467378 or Venmo @Kelli-Preti

Fine print:
As with all paddles, we are not professional guides nor instructors. We are a group of kayaking enthusiasts out for an enjoyable time. We help each other, learn from each and enjoy the privilege of being out on the water. By participating in any of our paddles, you assume all risks and responsibilities for your personal health and safety and for your equipment. You also agree to the terms of the Waiver of Liability (see "Files" for the Word document) that applies to all SLACKER adventures. It is important for everyone that each participant be prepared for the trip. Please use your discretion and best judgment when joining a trip. Be sure you are up to the paddle -- physically, mentally and that your equipment is appropriate for the intended trip. Know and respect your limits. Be safe, act responsibly and you will certainly enjoy another fantastic trip. No refunds but you can sell your spot. Hope to see you there!