State Parks Near West Palm Beach, Florida
8 state park units lie within 50 miles of West Palm Beach. The closest is John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, about 8 mi northeast of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- John D. MacArthur Beach State Park8 mi northeast
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 8 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 32 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 01 with free entry
State parks near West Palm Beach, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central West Palm Beach; driving distance is usually longer.
John D. MacArthur Beach State Park
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, surfing, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for John D. MacArthur Beach State Park →Jonathan Dickinson State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Jonathan Dickinson State Park →Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park
Visitors come for horseback riding, biking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park →Seabranch Preserve State Park
Things to do include biking, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Seabranch Preserve State Park →St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, surfing, beachcombing, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach.
Hours, fees and rules for St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park →Savannas Preserve State Park
Popular activities here are horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, fishing, biking, and wildlife watching. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Savannas Preserve State Park →Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
The park supports snorkeling and diving, beachcombing, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, and swimming. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Hugh Taylor Birch State Park →Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park
Visitors come for snorkeling and diving, surfing, beachcombing, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near West Palm Beach
- Jonathan Dickinson State Park 18 mi north · 142 campsites
- St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park 28 mi north · 1 campsites
- Hugh Taylor Birch State Park 42 mi south · 2 campsites
Cabins and lodging near West Palm Beach
- Jonathan Dickinson State Park 18 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Hugh Taylor Birch State Park 42 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
Swimming near West Palm Beach
- John D. MacArthur Beach State Park 8 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Jonathan Dickinson State Park 18 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park 28 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Hugh Taylor Birch State Park 42 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park 48 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near West Palm Beach
- John D. MacArthur Beach State Park 8 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Jonathan Dickinson State Park 18 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park 26 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Seabranch Preserve State Park 27 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park 28 mi north · Hiking trails listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Fishing near West Palm Beach
- John D. MacArthur Beach State Park 8 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Jonathan Dickinson State Park 18 mi north · Fishing listed
- St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park 28 mi north · Fishing listed
- Savannas Preserve State Park 39 mi north · Fishing listed
- Hugh Taylor Birch State Park 42 mi south · Fishing listed
+ 1 more in the list above
Free state parks near West Palm Beach
- Seabranch Preserve State Park 27 mi north · No entrance fee listed
Questions about state parks near West Palm Beach
What is the closest state park to West Palm Beach?
John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is the closest, about 8 miles northeast of West Palm Beach in a straight line. Next are Jonathan Dickinson State Park and Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park.
How many state parks are near West Palm Beach?
8 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near West Palm Beach have camping?
3 parks list camping, the nearest being Jonathan Dickinson State Park, St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near West Palm Beach?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near West Palm Beach?
1 park list no entrance fee: Seabranch Preserve State Park. Camping and some activities can still cost extra.
State parks near other cities
- Near Port St. Lucie, FL40 mi northwest
- Near Fort Lauderdale, FL42 mi south
- Near Miami, FL67 mi south
- Near Sebastian, FL75 mi north
- Near Palm Bay, FL90 mi north
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.