Wanderlust World Wanderlust World The Treasure Coast of Florida stretches along the Atlantic Ocean from the city of Sebastian at its northern end to Jupiter at its southern end, and offers opportunities for beach activities, snorkeling and deep-sea fishing. The name “Treasure Coast” derives from the Spanish Treasure Fleet of 1715, an expedition that resulted in the shipwrecks near South Florida. Coins and artifacts from these ships are still discovered on the Treasure Coast shores to this day.
Jonathan Dickinson State Park is an 11,500-acre recreational area located in Martin County near the cities of Tequesta and Hobe Sound. This park offers visitors trails for hiking, horseback riding and cycling, as well as picnic areas. The Loxahatchee River flows through the park and was the first river in Florida to be registered as a federal Wild and Scenic River. Visitors can take advantage of fishing and boating opportunities on this river. Tour boats can be taken on the Loxahatchee River, allowing passengers to observe the park's plant life and wildlife. Camping facilities are also located in Jonathan Dickinson State Park.
Jonathan Dickinson State Park
16450 SE Federal Highway
Hobe Sound, FL 33455
772-546-2771
floridastateparks.org
The Florida Dolphin Watch boat tour and rentals offers visitors the opportunity to see wild dolphins throughout the Fort Pierce area of the Treasure Cost. The tours begin at the Fort Pierce Inlet Park and cruise through areas such as Jack Island Wildlife Preserve and Indian River Lagoon. The tour lasts up to two hours and accommodates up to six people per ride. Passengers will have a chance to get off the boat and enjoy lunch on an island in the Indian River. Items that the tour provides include a pair of binoculars and a cooler with ice and drinks.
Florida Dolphin Watch
125 Fisherman's Wharf
Ft. Pierce, FL 34950
772-466-4660
floridadolphinwatch.com
The Vero Beach Museum of Art, situated in the city of Vero Beach, faces the banks of the Indian River and features fine art exhibitions of local and national significance. The collections at the museum include glasswork, paintings, sculptures, video and photography pieces. Classes and programs for adults and children are offered, such as lectures by art professionals and festivals that encourage new artistic talent. Chelsea's, the museum's on-site restaurant, serves lunch and provides access to Wi-Fi. Annual events, including the Antiques Show and Christmas at the Museum, are hosted at the Vero Beach Museum of Art.
Vero Beach Museum of Art
3001 Riverside Park Drive
Vero Beach, FL 32963
772-231-0707
vbmuseum.org
Tourists come to Coral Cove Park in Tequesta for the two-acre coral reef area that is easily accessible from the beach. The coral reef area features rock formations that are the domiciles of tropical fish species. The park also provides shower facilities to cleanse off after exploring the coral reef area. Other features in this park include a playground area, picnic area with barbecue grills and walking paths. Fishing is not allowed in areas designated for swimming. Dogs are allowed in the park, provided they are on a 6-foot leash. However, they are not allowed on the beach.
Coral Cove Park
19450 State Route 707
Tequesta, FL 33469
561-966-6600
pbcgov.com