Martin County's many recreation areas allow you to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities. Whether you are a spectator or player, you will find something to enjoy here.

Martin County offers full service ball fields, shuffleboard, racquetball, 2 bowling centers, tennis courts, bicycle paths and an abundance of boating and fishing opportunities, both freshwater and offshore.

In the Savannas Recreation area, you can explore fresh water marshes or indulge in some great fishing. In the western part of the county, enjoy a world of natural wonders at the Barley Barber Swamp (tours are offered by Florida Power & Light).

Nearby stadiums host spring baseball training facilities for the New York Mets, Montreal Expos and St. Louis Cardinals and within a short drive of Martin County are two Jai-Alai Frontons in Ft. Pierce and West Palm Beach.

Jonathan Dickinson Park (operated by the state) allows leisurely river cruises on the senic Loxahatchee River or a chance to paddle your own canoe. There's also camping, hiking and fishing available on the over 10 acre park. Adjacent to Jonathan Dickinson Park is the Hobe Sound Natural Resource Center and Wildlife Refuge where you can enjoy a walking tour and learn about the flora and fauna of the area. At the north end of Jupiter Island is the St. Lucie Inlet State Park where boaters can enjoy a deserted peninsula away from the busy crowds.

If your adventurous you can cruise down the St. Lucie Canal to the St. Lucie Locks operated by the Army Corps of Engineers. Boats are raised from one side to the locks to the other just like in Panama Canal.

There are many local causeways and beaches where you can enjoy swimming, windsurfing, jet skiing and other outdoor activities. Below is a list of some of those areas.

Gilberts Bar House of Refuge
Open Tuesday thru Sunday 1-5 PM
Hutchinson Island
(772) 225-1875

Jonathan Dickinson State Park
Open 7 days
South Federal Highway / Hobe Sound
(800) 746-1466

Treasure Coast Wildlife Hospital
Open Monday-Thursday 11am-4pm and Saturday 11am-2pm
Bridge Road West of Hobe Sound
(800) 746-1466

Barley Barber Swamp
Open 5 days a week
Just west of Indiantown
(800) 257-9267

Environmental Studies Center
Open Monday-Friday 9am-3pm
Indian River Drive
(772) 219-1887

Bathtub Reef Park
Hutchinson Island
Life guard, Fishing, Surfing, Snorkeling
Swimming, Boat Dock, Parking, Showers,
Restrooms, Phone

Stuart Beach
Hutchinson Island
Lifeguard, Concession, Picnic Area, Fishing
Swimming, Shelling, Dune Walkover, Parking,
Phone, Museum

Blowing Rocks Preserve
Jupiter Island
Dune Walkovers, Parking, Snorkeling,
Swimming, Fishing, Shelling, Diving

Stuart Causeway Park
Between Ernest Lyons & Evans Crary Bridges
Picnic Areas, Restroom Facilities,
Boat Ramp, Windsurfing, Swimming, Fishing

Jensen Beach Causeway
Between Hutchinson Island & the Mainland on 707
Picnic Areas, Restroom Facilities, Boat Ramp,
Windsurfing, Fishing, Swimming